Niki de Saint Phalle (1930-2002) was a French-American sculptor, painter, and filmmaker known for her bold and colorful artwork. Born in France, she gained recognition for her iconic “Nanas” sculptures celebrating femininity and challenging traditional beauty standards. Saint Phalle also created vibrant mosaic sculptures adorning public spaces worldwide. Collaborating with her husband, Jean Tinguely, she produced large-scale projects like the Stravinsky Fountain in Paris. Her art addressed social and political issues, including women’s rights and environmentalism, earning her international acclaim as a pioneering artist of the 20th century.