Eugène Grasset

Swiss illustrator and poster artist

Eugène Grasset - Swiss illustrator and poster artist
Born

1845
180 years ago

Died

October 23rd, 1917
107 years ago — 72 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Switzerland

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Eugène Grasset was a Swiss illustrator and designer active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Grasset's work primarily focused on decorative arts, book illustrations, and posters, exemplifying the Art Nouveau movement. A significant career milestone included contributions to the decorative arts in France, where he settled and influenced the visual aesthetics of the period. He published several illustrated books, integrating design and typography seamlessly. Grasset's style emphasized organic forms and intricate details, making a lasting impact on graphic design.

Created illustrated books such as 'Les Fleurs et les Plantes'

Designed iconic Art Nouveau posters

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