Françoise Adnet
Françoise Adnet (30 June 1924 – 9 March 2014) was a French figurative painter born in Paris.
Françoise Adnet | |
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| Born | 30 June 1924 Paris, France |
| Died | 9 March 2014 (aged 89) Paris, France |
| Occupation(s) | Painter, Concert Pianist |
| Spouse | Max Fourny |
| Website | www |
She originally was a professional pianist, but gradually switched to painting by 1951. Her works, created over a period of 50 years, have been exhibited many times and are held are in various museums and private collections. The pieces follow two main themes: female figures and cityscapes. Her figurative works are considered her best work, exhibiting a distinctive technique.
Adnet was married to Max Fourny, the art collector and gallerist. A museum of naive art is now housed in their former home.
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