"Citadelle Laferrière" by D. Vera, 1987
Collection context
Summary
- Extent:
- 1 Artwork
- Language:
- English
- Preferred citation:
Citadelle Laferrière (AARLCC-2025.2), AARLCC Special Collections, Broward County Library.
Background
- Scope and content:
Painting of the Citadelle Laferrière in Haiti by D. Vera, 1987.
- Biographical / historical:
The Citadelle Laferrière was built in the early 1800s by order of Haitian King Henri Christophe. Thousands of workers transported materials to the mountaintop site in northern Haiti under Christophe's direct supervision. King Christophe ensured that the Citadel was equipped with an armory, cannons, and ammunition. His goal was to safeguard Haiti's independence and prepare for any potential invasion by France. (Note credit: Anthony Georges-Pierre)
- Acquisition information:
- Maude Silver donated the painting to AARLCC Special Collections on January 15, 2025 (Accession AARLCC-2025.2).
- Processing information:
This collection received item level processing. This finding aid may be updated to reflect new descriptions as well as acquisitions to the collection.
- Rules or conventions:
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Indexed terms
- Subjects:
- Art, Haitian
Paintings
Art
Access and use
- Restrictions:
Collection is open for research.
- Preferred citation:
Citadelle Laferrière (AARLCC-2025.2), AARLCC Special Collections, Broward County Library.
- Location of this collection:
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African American Research Library and Cultural Center, Broward County Library2650 Sistrunk BoulevardFort LauderdaleFL33311USA
