Eugene Grasset (2)
Eugène Grasset (1845–1917) was a Swiss-born artist and designer, widely regarded as one of the pioneers of the Art Nouveau movement. His work spanned multiple disciplines, including illustration, graphic design, furniture making, ceramics, and stained glass. Known for his elegant and decorative style, Grasset played a key role in shaping the aesthetics of late 19th-century and early 20th-century art.
Grasset was born in Lausanne, Switzerland, and initially trained as an architect at the Polytechnic School in Zurich. However, his interest soon shifted to decorative arts. He traveled to Egypt and later to Paris in 1871, where he established himself as a designer.
Grasset’s work bridged the gap between fine art and applied arts, elevating the decorative arts to new heights. His teaching at institutions like the École Guérin and his writings on design principles influenced a generation of artists and designers.
