Lafortune Felix (Haitian, 1933-2016) 17"x29.5" The Robbery 1985 Acrylic on Masonite Painting-Unframed #1TP 65.50"x65.50" this man of modest origins

this man of modest origins had a limitless thirst for knowledge and extraordinary sensitivity

The composition is anchored by a metal dish filled with apples and grapes

captured in a moment of quiet concentration

He draws his inspiration from Haitian history

Lafortune Felix (Haitian, 1933-2016) 17"x29.5" The Robbery 1985 Acrylic on Masonite Painting-Unframed #1TP 65.50"x65.50" this man of modest originsThis beautiful painting by Haitian artist Lafortune Felix portrays three figures in a natural setting framed by lush, flowering bushes. At the center, a man in a bright yellow shirt and green pants stands over another figure lying on the ground, holding a hammer and a stick in a tense, dynamic posture. To the right, a woman stretches out a cloth, as if engaged in daily work. The earthy tones of the background contrast with the vibrant flowers,