Description:
(Hungarian-Born French Artist Who Invented the Pliage Technique of Folded Canvas Art) Simon Hantaï, a Hungarian-born French artist, is renowned for his innovative abstract paintings and his pioneering pliage technique involving folded canvases. His notable works include the Meuns series, Tabulas, and Laissées. After participating in the 1982 Venice Biennale, Hantaï chose to withdraw from the public eye and lead a reclusive life. His artistic legacy is characterized by his kaleidoscopic creations and the unique approach he brought to the art world.
