Serge Poliakoff, born on January 8, 1900, in Moscow, and passed away on October 12, 1969, in Paris, was a Russian-born painter who became a naturalized French citizen. He is renowned for his significant contributions to the development of abstract art in the 20th century. Poliakoff fled Russia in 1917 during the October Revolution and traveled across Europe before settling in Paris in 1923. In Paris, Poliakoff studied at the Académie de la Grande Chaumière and was influenced by artists such as Wassily Kandinsky, Sonia and Robert Delaunay, and the Bauhaus theories. During the 1930s and 1940s, he moved towards abstraction, developing a distinctive style characterized by interlocking geometric shapes and vibrant colors. Poliakoff's compositions are known for their depth and harmony, creating a mosaic-like effect that invites viewers into contemplative meditation. His use of color is particularly notable, with rich, saturated hues that convey a sense of movement and rhythm in his works. Serge Poliakoff received significant recognition during his lifetime, participating in numerous international exhibitions and receiving prestigious commissions. His works are part of the permanent collections of renowned museums, such as the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York, the Centre Pompidou in Paris, and the Tate Modern in London. Poliakoff is considered a central figure in post-World War II abstract art, leaving a lasting legacy through his innovative explorations of form and color.