Anacaona (Golden Flower) was a Taino cacique (chief) who was a religious expert, poet and composer as well who was born in Jaragua, Hispaniola. She sought to have a friendly relationship with the Spaniardls but was ultimately betrayed and hanged in what is know known as Leogane, Haiti. She has been memorialized through the Caribbean. A statue of her exists in Leogane.

Title: Anacaona: The Golden Flower
Medium: Sumi Ink and Oil Paint
Dimensions: 8” x 10”
Year: 2021
Artist: Merlo Philiossaint