Christian Boltanski

Christian Boltanski was a French artist known for his work in photography, installation, sculpture, and film. He was born in Paris and studied at the École Nationale Supérieure des Arts Décoratifs. Boltanski's work often explored themes of memory, mortality, and loss, with a particular focus on the Holocaust and the fragility of human life. He often used found objects, such as photographs, clothing, and personal belongings, to create poignant installations that invite viewers to reflect on their own mortality and the passage of time. Boltanski has exhibited his work internationally, including at the Venice Biennale, Documenta, and the Museum of Modern Art in New York. His work has been the subject of numerous retrospectives, and he is widely regarded as one of the most important contemporary artists of his generation.