Science & TechnologyFrench1861 – 1944
Aristide Maillol
Pioneering modernist sculptor, monumental female forms
Biography
A French sculptor, painter, and graphic artist (1861-1944) known for his bold, simplified female forms that bridged Impressionism and modernism, becoming a foundational figure in 20th-century sculpture.
Quick Facts
Category
Science & Technology
Nationality
French
Born
1861
Died
1944
Thinking about the name
Aristede
Greek origin
“A masculine variant possibly derived from Aristotle or 'aristos' (best), Aristede has an old-world, sophisticated feel with classical European undertones. The 'de' ending is common in French and Italian names, suggesting refinement and Continental charm. It's the kind of name that evokes intellectual history and timeless elegance.”