Alfred Manessier
1911–1993 (age 82)
Biography
Alfred Manessier was a French artist and mosaicist whose innovative work contributed significantly to twentieth-century French art. Born in 1911, he developed a distinctive artistic vision that combined traditional mosaic techniques with modern sensibilities.
Manessier's artistic legacy encompasses numerous works that demonstrate his mastery of color, form, and composition. He continued his creative practice throughout his life until his death in 1993, and was buried in Saint-Ouen, a commune in the Paris metropolitan area where he had maintained his artistic practice.