Prefete Duffaut (Haitian, 1923-2012) 10 3/4 x 7 3/4 x 5 ½ Unique Hand-Painted Wood Shoe Shine Box #1PN 14"x18" with works sought after by

with works sought after by collectors worldwide

(Biographical info from Peinture Haitienne/ Haitian Arts by Marie-José Nadal and Gérald Bloncourt

smoking a pipe next to a coffin with a cross

He started to paint in 1973 as a world-renowned painter

Very quickly

Prefete Duffaut (Haitian, 1923-2012) 10 3/4 x 7 3/4 x 5 ½ Unique Hand-Painted Wood Shoe Shine Box #1PN 14"x18" with works sought after byRenowned Haitian artist Prfte Duffaut, known for his exceptional work, has signed this exquisite and unique hand painted wooden shoe shine box. This piece, measuring 10 3 4 x 7 3 4 x 5 1 2 inches, is a departure from Duffaut's usual subject matter, making it a rare and significant addition to his work. Georges S. Nader had the original idea to commission this unique hand painted wooden shoe shine box, adding a personal touch to his private collection.