Néhémy Jean (Haitian, 1931-2007)

Nehemy Jean (1931–2007) was a Haitian painter known for his refined technique and strong academic foundation. Trained at the Centre d’Art under Dieudonné Cédor, he became a founding member of the Foyer des Arts Plastiques in 1950, a group that helped shape the evolution of modern Haitian art. Jean combined Haitian and international training, studying with V. Pierre-Noël and Georges Ramponeau, and later refining his portrait skills in New York under R. Brackman and B. Klonis. This diverse background contributed to the precision and structure that define his work. Upon returning to Haiti, he played an active role in the art community, helping establish the Brochette Art Gallery and founding L’Atelier Gallery. He also completed important public and commissioned works, including paintings for the airport and major cultural venues such as the El Rancho and Choucoune Hotels. His work was exhibited internationally in the United States, Europe, and Suriname, and is held in numerous private collections. Today, Nehemy Jean’s paintings are valued for their technical discipline, versatility, and contribution to modern Haitian painting. Explore his availabe works below.