Known for his abstract compositions using paint, wood, glass, photographs and found objects,
Engels is a self-taught New York artist with Haitian roots.
SELECTED WORKS BY ENGELS
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“Many Rivers to Cross,” 55 X 38 inches, oil on canvas with Chinese ink on paper, fabric, rubber, and plastic pearl, 2013
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“Machan’n du Riz,” 35 X 24 inches, oil and Chinese ink on paper, canvas, and cardboard with screws, push pin, and rice in plastic bag, 2012
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“Je Sais Comment,” 20 X 43 inches, oil and Chinese ink on canvas and linen with paper, staples, wood, photographs, and a ceramic flower, 2011
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“When God Meets God,” 50 X 20 inches, oil on canvas and poster board with paper, frame, wood, staples, wire, nails, screws, and bamboo, 2011
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“Julia,” 26 X 14.5 inches, oil on canvas and linen with paper, staples, frame, stretcher bar, nails, wire, and plastic, 2011
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“Nothing to See,” 31 X 36 inches, oil on cardboard, canvas, and wood with staples, screw, plastic, and Brillo, 2010
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“Engels 09,” 45 X 35 X 34 inches, oil on pants and shoes, and Chinese ink on wood with paper, frame, mirror, glass, rope, and tea lights, 2009
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“School is Closed,” 39 X 25 inches, oil and Chinese ink on chalkboard, canvas, and wood with screws, 2009
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“Ancient Balcony,” 19 X 16 inches, oil on linen, canvas, fabric and wood with nails, frame, and glass, 2009
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“October Garden,” 60 X 48 inches, oil on linen with fabric, frame, tape, and string mounted on wood, 2009