Frantz Zephirin 20"x20" Le Passage de l'Ouragan Matthew c2016 Oil on Canvas Painting #3JM
Frantz Zephirin 20"x20" Le Passage de l'Ouragan Matthew c2016 Oil on Canvas Painting #3JM
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In Le Passage de l’Ouragan Matthew, Frantz Zéphirin turns the storm that struck southwestern Haiti in October 2016 into a monumental spiral. Bands of rust, coral, and slate patterned with fine cellular detail wheel around a luminous eye, where a skeletal figure stands beside a man in dark clothing among small falling and floating bodies. Lightning traces through the vortex. At the corners, houses are swamped by dark water and figures struggle, carry what they can, or reach upward in the flood. The title and signature are inscribed on the reverse of the canvas.
Its condition is good, consistent with its age. It comes from a private collection in Maryland and will ship directly to the buyer from there. A certificate of authenticity is included.
About this artist
About this artist
Frantz Zéphirin (b. 1968, Cap-Haïtien, Haiti) is a Haitian painter known for his vivid, narrative compositions blending history, politics, and Vodou symbolism. He began painting in 1973 under the mentorship of renowned Haitian master Antoine Obin but quickly developed a highly original style distinct from the Cap-Haïtien school. Zéphirin’s work is recognized for intricate detail, intense color, and imaginative imagery, often featuring human figures with animal heads as symbolic commentary on power, society, and human behavior. His paintings draw from biblical themes, historical events, and contemporary life, creating complex visual narratives rich in meaning. His work has been exhibited internationally and featured in major collections and publications, including The New York Times, Le Monde, and The Wall Street Journal. Today, Frantz Zéphirin is regarded as one of the most important contemporary Haitian artists, with works highly sought after by collectors worldwide.
