| 4 Feb 1881 - 17 Aug 1955 Argentine-born, French painter, illustrator, printmaker, designer, film maker and ceramicist. Considered as one of the most prominent Parisian artists during the first half of the 20th century, Leger was prolific in many different media.A prominent spokesperson on the role of art in modern society, he also devoted himself to lectures and writings and gained respect throughout Europe and Americas. |