Picking Fruit (Kove)

Pierre Joseph Valcin

Picking Fruit (Kove)

Pierre Joseph Valcin

Haiti Friends Collection

This image evokes a powerful visual commentary on the pivotal role of women in Haitian society, particularly within the context of family life and agricultural labor. The artist has employed a striking compositional technique to convey this message, rendering the female figures significantly larger than their male counterparts. The women dominate the canvas, drawing the viewer’s immediate attention and underscoring their importance. This tribute to Haitian women acknowledges their irreplaceable role in nurturing both the land and the people.