Pierre Molinier

Pierre Molinier was a French artist who worked across several media, including painting, drawing, photography, and sculpture. He was born in Agen, France in 1900 and spent most of his life in Bordeaux.

Molinier is best known for his surrealist photography, which often depicted himself in various states of undress, wearing women's clothing and engaging in acts of masochism and self-mutilation. His work explored themes related to gender, sexuality, and the body, and challenged traditional notions of identity and desire.

In addition to his photography, Molinier also produced a large body of paintings, drawings, and sculptures. He frequently used found objects and materials in his work, and was known for his "machines," which were intricate, mechanical sculptures that often incorporated sexual themes and imagery.