Geneviève Claisse (1935–2018) was a French artist known for her precise, vibrant explorations of geometric abstraction. A direct artistic descendant of the Constructivist and Hard-Edge movements, her work is defined by pure forms, bold color relationships, and a meticulous sense of balance.

Heavily influenced by her great-uncle Auguste Herbin, one of the pioneers of abstract art, Claisse embraced non-representational painting early in her career. Her works are composed of dynamic shapes—circles, triangles, and intersecting planes—that create a sense of movement and harmony. Through carefully calculated color interactions and sharp, clean edges, she developed a visual language that is both mathematical and deeply expressive.

Claisse’s mastery of color and composition allowed her to play with perception, creating works that feel both structured and fluid. Her paintings have a rhythmic quality, where simplicity in form gives rise to complex visual experiences.

As one of the key figures in post-war European abstraction, Claisse’s work stands as a testament to the power of pure geometric form—a celebration of clarity, balance, and the emotive power of color. Her legacy continues to resonate with collectors and institutions that value the intellectual rigor and aesthetic purity of geometric abstraction.