Brassaï

Biography

Brassaï, known by his short name, was born on September 9, 1899, in the city of Brașov. He held dual nationality — Hungarian and French. His professional activity encompassed several areas of art: photography, painting, sculpture, illustration, and literary creation. Brassaï became one of the notable representatives of documentary and surrealist photography, which was reflected in his work. Over his lifetime, he left a significant mark on the development of European art in the 20th century. He died on July 8, 1984, in Nice.