Caribbean River Village Acrylic Painting: Trinidadian Folk Art, C.C.S. T’Chala
 
This lively original acrylic painting by the late Trinidadian artist C.C.S. (T’Chala) captures the essence of a Caribbean river village in full bloom. A winding blue river flows through the canvas, with boats, rafts, bridges, and villagers bringing the scene to life. Lush trees, gardens, and brightly painted homes surround the waterway, creating a vivid celebration of everyday life and community.

With remarkable detail — from the rafters guiding their boats downstream to children walking a winding path — this piece is filled with stories waiting to be discovered. Each viewing reveals new details, showcasing the artist’s deep connection to memory, place, and cultural heritage.

✨ Artist Legacy
Born in Trinidad 🇹🇹, C.C.S. later lived and worked in Toronto, Ontario, where he created until his passing at 74 after a battle with prostate cancer. His works are shared through Carmichael’s Workshop — named after the plaque in his original workspace. Each piece is one-of-a-kind and never reproduced.

✨ Details:
• Medium: Acrylic on canvas (sealed with protective acrylic finish)
• Subject: Caribbean river village landscape with boats, homes, and community life
• Style: Figurative landscape, cultural storytelling
• Dimensions (painting): approx. 610 × 460 mm (24 × 18 in)
• Dimensions (packaged): approx. 650 × 500 × 80 mm (25.5 × 20 × 3 in)
• Weight (packaged): approx. 1,500 g
• Original, one-of-a-kind artwork

✨ Why Collect This Piece?
This painting stands out as one of C.C.S.’s most narrative-driven works, rich with movement and cultural memory. It is both a landscape and a storybook, offering collectors a timeless glimpse of Caribbean village life.

✨ Perfect For:
• Collectors of Caribbean and diaspora art
• Lovers of vibrant figurative landscapes
• Anyone seeking a colorful, storytelling centerpiece

Shipping & Packaging:
Ships securely from Toronto, Ontario. The painting will be carefully packaged with protective wrapping and a reinforced box for safe delivery.

Note: All originals from Carmichael’s Workshop are sealed, one-of-a-kind, and may show natural hand-finishing.