Jean-Pierre Raynaud, born on April 20, 1939, in Courbevoie, is a French visual artist renowned for his conceptual and minimalist works. He is famous for his creations using industrial materials, particularly white ceramic tiles, which have become his artistic signature. His iconic work, the "Maison" (House), a structure entirely covered with these tiles, was dismantled and exhibited at the Centre Pompidou in 1993. Raynaud explores themes related to space, repetition, and formal purity, often seeking to provoke reflection on the aesthetics and function of everyday objects. His installations and sculptures have been showcased in museums and international exhibitions, including the Venice Biennale and Documenta in Kassel. Jean-Pierre Raynaud remains an influential figure in contemporary art, continuously questioning the boundaries between art, architecture, and design.