A still life painting by Haitian artist Hector Hyppolite was damaged in the earthquake . Each told the history and aspirations of a people who survived hardship and expressed themselves through painting and sculpture . Hide Caption 8 of 12 Photos:Photos: Haiti after the quake In a troubled land , art serves a vital role as the nation 's memory . The Haitian government has been working with the Smithsonian on restoration . ' Saving Grace , ' a show of 50 pieces of Haitian art , opens in New York on Friday .
A still life painting by Haitian artist Hector Hyppolite was damaged in the earthquake . Hide Caption 8 of 12 Photos:Photos: Haiti after the quake In a troubled land , art serves a vital role as the nation 's memory . The Haitian government has been working with the Smithsonian on restoration . ' Saving Grace , ' a show of 50 pieces of Haitian art , opens in New York on Friday .