International contemporary art platform26.02.1920–15.11.2015
Gisèle Prassinos
Gisèle Prassinos (1920–2015) was a French writer, poet, artist, and translator of Greek origin. Associated with Surrealism, she authored novels, fairy tales, short stories, and poetry collections.
Biography
Gisèle Prassinos was born on February 26, 1920, in Constantinople. She was active in the arts, combining roles as a writer, poet, translator, and artist. Prassinos held both Greek and French citizenship, reflecting cultural ties to both countries. Her work was closely affiliated with Surrealism, evident in the genre diversity of her creations—she authored novels, fairy tales, short stories, and poetry collections. Gisèle Prassinos passed away on November 15, 2015, in Paris, leaving behind a significant legacy in literature and visual arts.
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