Serge Moleon Blaise 29"x38" The Ceremony of the Sprits: A Vodou Vision 1989 Oil on Canvas Unframed Painting #1CZ
Serge Moleon Blaise 29"x38" The Ceremony of the Sprits: A Vodou Vision 1989 Oil on Canvas Unframed Painting #1CZ
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In the Ceremony of the Spirits: A Vodou Vision presents a richly symbolic and immersive tableau rooted in the spiritual cosmology of Haitian Vodou. The artist constructs a ceremonial landscape in which the human and spirit realms converge, unfolding across a dreamlike horizon animated by ritual, mythology, and ancestral presence. At the heart of the composition, central figures appear suspended between earth and sky, evoking the sacred moment when the Loa descend and communication between visible and invisible worlds becomes possible. Rendered with expressive narrative detail, the painting weaves together figures, animals, and ritual objects—snakes, ceremonial vessels, horses, and symbolic forms—each carrying deep spiritual resonance within Vodou belief systems. The warm, atmospheric palette enhances the sense of transcendence, guiding the viewer through a ceremonial journey that feels both intimate and expansive, grounded in collective memory and spiritual continuity. This work exemplifies Vodou-inspired Haitian painting and speaks to enduring themes of ritual practice, ancestral lineage, and sacred transformation. It is a compelling acquisition for collectors of Caribbean art, spiritual modernism, and culturally significant narrative painting. The painting is in fair condition, exhibiting visible surface wear consistent with age, historical handling, and the work’s life cycle. Areas of abrasion, surface instability, and minor paint loss are present and visible upon close inspection. These condition characteristics do not detract from the work’s symbolic narrative or cultural significance and have been fully considered in the pricing. The work is offered as is, and detailed condition images are available upon request to ensure complete transparency for collectors. Sourced from a private collection, the work will ship from Canada. Upon purchase, Myriam Nader Art Gallery will proudly issue a Certificate of Authenticity.
About this artist
About this artist
Serge Moleon Blaise (born in Cap-Haïtien, Haiti, with sources listing his birth year as either 1951 or June 20, 1954, and believed to be deceased) is a notable Haitian artist recognized for his powerful visual interpretations of Haiti’s history and fight for independence. Working closely with his brother, Saint-Louis Moleon, Blaise developed a distinctive artistic voice rooted in national pride, cultural memory, and heroic representation.
Deeply inspired by Haiti’s revolutionary past, Blaise created paintings that honor the courage, resilience, and historic achievements of the Haitian people. His meticulous technique refined each image into a vivid narrative—transforming historical moments into eloquent portrayals of heroism and national identity. His artworks often highlight legendary feats of arms, the struggles for freedom, and the enduring spirit of Haiti’s ancestors.
Blaise’s contributions to Haitian art have been acknowledged in respected publications, including La Peinture Haïtienne / Haitian Arts by Marie-José Gardère and Gérald Bloncourt (Nathan Éditions, p. 87), along with several other Haitian art references that discuss his historical focus and artistic legacy.
Today, Serge Moleon Blaise is remembered for his commitment to preserving Haiti’s collective memory through art, offering viewers a compelling visual journey into the nation’s revolutionary story.
