About Theard Aladin
Lived 1925 – 1993 (aged 67). Theard Aladin was a Haitian artist.
Theard Aladin (October 12, 1925 – August 17, 1993) was a Haitian self-taught artist, noted for his artwork depicting Haitian life and use of bright colors in paintings.
Biography Aladin was from Jacmel, a city on the southern coast of Haiti. After working as a stonemason and farmer for many years, Aladin suffered a serious back injury in 1983, which left him unable to continue this line of work.
Aladin's artwork has been featured in books, including "The Vodou Box" by Manuela Dunn Mascetti.
He died of heart disease on August 17, 1993, at the age of 68.
Theard had nine children, among which is artist Agathe Aladin.
His work is included in various galleries and exhibitions including "The Jonathan Demme Collection of Self-Taught Art" (2014) at Material Culture Gallery in Philadelphia.
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Who was Theard Aladin?
Haitian artist
When was Theard Aladin born?
Theard Aladin was born on 12 October 1925.
When did Theard Aladin die?
Theard Aladin died on 17 August 1993.
What was Theard Aladin's occupation?
Theard Aladin was an artist.
What nationality was Theard Aladin?
Theard Aladin was Haitian.
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