The Life and Work of Basque Basque, also known by the name Léonard Parent, was a Canadian painter born in Trois-Pistoles. Throughout his life, he established himself as a professional painter, leaving behind a legacy that includes works held in significant collections. He passed away in Rimouski. Notable Works and Collections The artist's repertoire is represented in our catalog by a notable piece titled La berge qui chante. This work, created in 1974, is part of the Musée Des Beaux, Québec City collection. His artistic contributions are preserved within these institutional archives.