{"title":"Gabriel Leveque (Haitian, 1923-2013)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGabriel Lévêque (1923–2013), born in Croix-des-Bouquets, Haiti, was a notable Haitian painter and a key figure in the early Haitian Renaissance art movement. In 1948, he was chosen—alongside Philomé Obin, Castera Bazile, Wilson Bigaud, and Rigaud Benoit—to paint the historic murals of the Episcopal Cathedral of Sainte Trinité in Port-au-Prince. His angels were positioned above the main altar, part of one of the most admired artistic commissions in Haiti’s cultural history. Sadly, these masterpieces were destroyed during the 2010 Haiti earthquake. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLévêque was known for his luminous palette, harmonious compositions, and religious themes rooted in Haiti’s spiritual traditions. As art historian Gérald Alexis notes in\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1064\" data-start=\"1045\"\u003ePeintres Haïtiens\u003c\/em\u003e, “the soft colors Lévêque uses are well suited to his holy pictures.” His refined style and devotional subjects earned him recognition among scholars, collectors, and major institutions. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis works have been exhibited internationally and are part of esteemed collections worldwide, including the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York. According to John Allen Franciscus in\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1480\" data-start=\"1439\"\u003eHaiti: Voodoo Kingdom to Modern Riviera\u003c\/em\u003e, the Cathedral mural project—organized under the vision of Bishop Alfred Voegeli with early guidance from Selden Rodman and William Calfee—was a pivotal moment that brought Lévêque and his peers lasting recognition. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, Gabriel Lévêque remains an admired figure in Haitian art. His peaceful, spiritually meaningful paintings continue to attract collectors and play a vital role in preserving Haiti’s artistic renaissance legacy. Scroll Down To Make Your Selection (s)!  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"gabriel-leveque-1923-2013-24x16-in-the-fields-c1960-oil-on-board-painting-1yn","title":"Gabriel Leveque (1923-2013) 24\"x16\" In the Fields c1960 Oil on Board Unframed Painting#1YN","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the Fields\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Gabriel Lévêque depicts Haitian agricultural life with quiet dignity and rhythm. Four figures work together beneath a lush canopy of banana trees, their movements echoing the land’s natural cadence. Rich greens and deep earth tones evoke the tropical abundance of rural Haiti, while the soft modeling of figures reveals Lévêque’s sensitivity to human labor and community. Painted in the 1960s, this work reflects the artist’s commitment to portraying everyday life with harmony and grace—an enduring hallmark of Haitian painting from the post–Centre d’Art generation. The painting is in good condition overall, with minor age-appropriate wear. It is sold unframed and will be shipped directly from the Dominican Republic. We will issue a  Certificate of Authenticity upon purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Haitian artist Gabriel Lévêque was born in 1923 and died in 2013. In the early days of the Centre d'Art, co-director Selden Rodman invited William Calfee to instruct the primitive painters in the tempera technique for frescos. The Episcopal Bishop Voegeli, over the objection of higher-ups and the local elite, asked Obin, Benoit, Bigaud, Bazile, and Lévèque to decorate the church. It was a masterstroke, and all five artists have gained greater fame. Leveque's angels were above the main altar in the Episcopal Church, which was sadly destroyed during the Haiti 2010 earthquake.   \"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe soft colors Lévèque uses are well suited to his holy pictures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\" says Gérald Alexis in his book \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeintres Haitiens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (Bio Source: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHaiti Vooddo Kingdom to Modern Riviera\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by John Allen Franciscus- pp. 77)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gabriel Lévêque","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46760361853171,"sku":"LEVEQUEGABRIEL#1YN","price":1500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0527\/9979\/9453\/files\/Leveque_Gabriel24x16IntheFieldsOilonBoardPainting_1YN.jpg?v=1750366368"},{"product_id":"gabriel-leveque-1923-2013-24x16-weaving-in-the-countryside-c1960-oil-on-board-painting-2yn","title":"Gabriel Leveque (1923-2013) 24\"x16\" Weaving in the Countryside  c1960 Oil on Board Unframed Painting#2YN","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eIn Weaving in the Countryside, Gabriel Lévêque captures the essence of Haitian rural life with quiet reverence. Three figures skillfully weave baskets under the shade of lush trees, their synchronized gestures reflecting harmony and cooperation. The soft greens and blues of the landscape contrast with the warm tones of the figures, embodying the artist’s sensitive balance between human activity and nature. Executed in the 1960s, this painting reflects Lévêque’s mastery of everyday themes rendered with poetic simplicity. His scenes of rural craftsmanship and agricultural labor offer a tribute to Haiti’s enduring cultural rhythms. The painting is in good condition with minor age-related wear and is sold unframed. It will be shipped directly from the Dominican Republic, and we will issue a COA upon purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Haitian artist Gabriel Lévêque was born in 1923 and died in 2013. In the early days of the Centre d'Art, co-director Selden Rodman invited William Calfee to instruct the primitive painters in the tempera technique for frescos. The Episcopal Bishop Voegeli, over the objection of higher-ups and the local elite, asked Obin, Benoit, Bigaud, Bazile, and Lévèque to decorate the church. It was a masterstroke, and all five artists have gained greater fame. 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With expressive brushwork and luminous Caribbean colors, Leveque captures a feeling of peace, joy, and divine harmony. This artwork comes from a private collector in Miami, Florida, and will be professionally packed and shipped from Miami.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"328\" data-end=\"611\"\u003eGabriel Leveque, a leading figure in the Haitian Naïve Art movement, was known for his vivid depictions of spirituality and folklore. His works are celebrated for their warmth, innocence, and uplifting energy — making this painting a standout piece for collectors of Haitian and folk art. \u003cspan\u003eThe Haitian artist Gabriel Lévêque was born in 1923 and died in 2013. In the early days of the Centre d'Art, co-director Selden Rodman invited William Calfee to instruct the primitive painters in the tempera technique for frescos. The Episcopal Bishop Voegeli, over the objection of higher-ups and the local elite, asked Obin, Benoit, Bigaud, Bazile, and Lévèque to decorate the church. 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