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Simonis Lionel, Haiti, 1989. A papier mache taxi bus that reads "DIVINITE" on the front and "TAXI 1448" on the license plate, carries passengers within and bundles above. Simonis Lionel was raised in Jacmel, Haiti, trained under Saint Vil. His practice is to dig molds into sand to create his papier mache pieces. Once the pieces are dry, he paints them with vibrant colors of the tropics. In addition to scenes of everyday life like this example, he enjoys depicting sea and land animals. Size: 15.5" L x 12" H (39.4 cm x 30.5 cm)

Provenance: Ex - Morgan Collection, Santa Monica, CA

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