We want to draw your attention to a problem that has become very serious for all collectors of Haitian art…forgeries!
We look at Ebay on a regular basis and see many paintings for sale that are obviously fake! These are put on the net by individuals as well as “dealers” with websites, at prices for that [...]
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Fakes in the Haitian art market!
Moving on to Brazil
In keeping with the tradition of providing our customers with our newest “finds”, MedaliaArt proudly introduces the Art from Brazil. You will notice that this art is similar to that from Haiti and Cuba. The artists use bold, bright colors and their styles vary from “naif” to sophisticated. Whether they be landscapes, scenes of daily [...]
Medalia Presents Cuban Art
Our interest in, and love for, Haitian art doesn’t preclude our fascination with other Carribean art. The Carribean is home to many talented artists living in various countries. Our latest find is the art of Cuba. Due to the political issues that complicate both travel and trade between the USA and Cuba access to [...]
Dinner with Gerard
Bob Corbett, professor at Webster University in St. Louis, MO moderates an online discussion on everything Haitian. It is an energetic, thought provoking and at times very controversial discussion group. Recently Richard Morse, owner of the Olafson Hotel in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, posted an article reflecting on his artistic pedigree and his relationships with other Haitian [...]
Ever Evolving Haitian Art
Haitian art has been traditionally known for it’s depiction of everyday life in bright, bold colors. Some would say that the first generation artists were “primitive” or “naif”. Others argue that those descriptions are racist and that in fact “untrained” would be a more appropriate way to define them. Today experts still debate whether [...]
A Special Place – the Villa Creole
If you’re thinking of traveling to Haiti don’t miss out on a stay at the wonderful hotel, the Villa Creole. This incredibly beautiful hotel has been welcoming guests for over a half a century. Set in the hills of Petion-Ville, the Villa Creole is a gem. As you enter the open air lobby, filled with [...]
Fakes in the Haitian art market – part 2
A suggestion was made that we consider posting a tutorial to help collectors authenticate artwork. Art appraisal and authentication is a specialized field that requires a lot of study; unfortunately, for a long time this area has not been addressed in a professional manner. But that is changing…noted Haitian artist Marcel Wah has recently founded [...]