Carlo Jn-Jacques (1943-1990) 10"x8" Child Portrait Acrylic on Canvas Unframed Painting #2JN-HA
Carlo Jn-Jacques (1943-1990) 10"x8" Child Portrait Acrylic on Canvas Unframed Painting #2JN-HA
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Carlo Jean-Jacques captures a moving sense of childhood introspection in this intimate portrait, painted in a haunting palette of soft violets, rose, and warm earth tones. The child’s gaze—direct, slightly distant, and deeply expressive—becomes the emotional center of the composition, while Jean-Jacques’s loose, tactile brushwork gives the face and clothing a sculptural presence. The simplified background enhances the psychological depth of the portrait, allowing the viewer to focus entirely on the quiet vulnerability and strength conveyed in the child’s features.This small-format work (10 x 8 inches) is ideal for collectors seeking an authentic, character-rich example of Haitian modern figurative painting. Its muted tonal harmony makes it especially versatile for refined interiors, while still delivering the unmistakable intensity of Jean-Jacques’s expressive style. Sold unframed, this original painting is a collector-ready piece with strong emotional presence and excellent display potential. A Certificate of Authenticity will be issued by Myriam Nader Haitian Art Gallery upon purchase.
About this artist
About this artist
Carlo Jean-Jacques (May 1, 1943–1990) was a major Haitian contemporary painter associated with the Foyer des Arts Plastiques and recognized for emotionally powerful works addressing social injustice. Born in Haiti and active in Port-au-Prince until his death in 1990, Jean-Jacques developed a distinctive visual language defined by long, expressive lines, refined structure, and a sense of purity that intensifies the human drama in his scenes. His paintings often confront hardship, inequality, and daily struggle with lyrical force, translating social reality into poetic, deeply felt imagery. Jean-Jacques’s art is admired for its combination of emotional intensity and formal restraint. His elongated lines and careful composition create a quiet gravity, allowing his subjects to speak with both dignity and urgency. Haitian art critic Gérald Alexis described his work as “the poetry of wretchedness,” highlighting Jean-Jacques’s ability to transform the pain of social conditions into visual poetry without losing its truth. His original works are increasingly scarce and are jealously held in private collections in Europe and the United States. His market is especially strong in France, where collectors have long valued his rare paintings for their cultural relevance, expressive line, and enduring emotional impact. Today, Carlo Jean-Jacques remains one of the most important Haitian painters associated with socially engaged modern art.
