Louise Bourgeois was a French-American sculptor and one of the most influential artists of the 20th and early 21st centuries. Her work is deeply autobiographical, exploring themes such as memory, childhood trauma, sexuality, fear, and family relationships. Bourgeois believed that art was a form of emotional release and often described her practice as a way of confronting and healing psychological pain.

She worked across a wide range of media, including sculpture, installation, drawing, and printmaking. Her sculptures frequently feature organic, bodily forms and symbolic objects that reflect inner emotional states. 

Most Important Work:

Maman (1999)

Maman is Louise Bourgeois’s most iconic sculpture. The monumental spider, often towering over nine meters tall, symbolizes her mother, whom Bourgeois associated with protection, intelligence, and strength. While the spider may initially appear threatening, Bourgeois intended it as a tribute to maternal care and resilience. Maman has become one of the most recognizable sculptures in contemporary art and is displayed in prominent public spaces around the world.