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Artwork copyright Christian Michel. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2020.
Paradise, 1988
Christian Michel
(Haitian, born 1949)
Location: Washington State Arts Commission, Monroe
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Haitian artist Christian Michel created Paradise to spark the viewer's imagination. The composition illustrates "a peaceful, pure, fresh and fruitful land where all animals are friendly and live together and monkeys seem to play the human role."
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Monroe School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Christian Michel draws his artistic style and imagery from his Haitian culture, environment and history. He was born in Cadouche in northern Haiti. A high school teacher at Notre Dame College in Haiti saw his artistic talent and introduced him to a local artist who helped Michel develop his personal style. He currently lives and works in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Painting - paint on fabric |
| Medium | Oil paint on canvas |
| Dimensions | 36 1/8 in x 47 7/8 in (overall) |
| ID Number | WSAC1991.060.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Pennsylvania, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Monroe School District |
| Artwork Location | Washington State Arts Commission Not on display. At ArtsWA pending conservation, framing, re-siting, or return to site. |
| WA County | Snohomish |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 115 Dickinson Rd. Monroe, WA 98272 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.853403, -121.979628 |
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