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This Vodou flag depicts Erzulie Freda, the goddess of love and prosperity. Here she appears in a golden crown and necklace with rings on her fingers, showcasing the prosperity she can bring to those who worship her. But be careful the goddess…

Known for his intricate paintings, Ismael here demonstrates the intricacy and vibrant colors of the Artibonite School of painting. The patterns convey the richness of daily life in Haiti, represented by overflowing baskets, lush plants, and bright…

The three women represent the goddesses known as Marasa. If you look closely you will see three pronged symbols on their dresses (known as veve) to used to invoke the Marasa. These goddesses of children and childbirth are often depicted as twins,…

Boukman, an educated Muslim slave who inspired the Haitian Revolution, is depicted here with broken chains suggesting the liberation for which he fought and died. The shell in Boukman's left hand references slaves use of shells to communicate in…

On the left stands Simon Bolivar, one of the principal leaders of the South American Revolutions. On the right stands Alexandre Petion, first president of the Republic of Haiti. The letter on the table behind Bolivar represents the official support…

Painting of a skull wearing a top hat with a cigar in its mouth. Two corked bottles below with a label 'Good Times'. There is an ace card in the top hat.

Abstract painting. Background is blue. Two faces facing towards eachother.

Painting of a village with houses in the hills. There are three tall trees

Painting of people walking through a village. There are four houses and two palm trees.

Abstract painting on a textile. The textile is brown. The colors is pink, white, green, orange.