Carlo Jn-Jacques (1943-1990) 20"x16" Mother & Child c1980 Acrylic on Canvas Unframed Painting #1MFN 72"x36" Bright turquoise shutters

Bright turquoise shutters

This important early work represents an outstanding example of Préfète Duffaut's mature artistic achievement and is an exceptional acquisition for collectors of Haitian art

two ripe peaches serve as eyes

Although not formally initiated

One of Haiti’s most important female painters

Carlo Jn-Jacques (1943-1990) 20"x16" Mother & Child c1980 Acrylic on Canvas Unframed Painting #1MFN 72"x36" Bright turquoise shuttersThis intimate mother and child composition by Carlo Jean Jacques captures a quiet moment of tenderness rendered in the artists expressive modernist style. Using muted tones of lavender, gray, cream, and soft yellow, Jean Jacques creates an emotionally powerful scene focused on human connection, maternal care, and quiet contemplation. The simplified forms, elongated figures, and restrained palette reflect the artists distinctive approach to Haitian