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Alain Jacquet (1939–2008) Remembered in art press Hommage

other · 2026-04-23

Alain Jacquet died in New York on September 4, 2008. The French artist, born in 1939, was a frequent subject of articles and interviews in art press magazine over decades. Despite rare exhibitions and modest auction prices, he maintained a close friendship with Catherine Millet and Jacques Henric, though the magazine notes this alone does not explain his prominent coverage.

Key facts

  • Alain Jacquet died in New York on September 4, 2008.
  • He was born in 1939.
  • He was frequently featured in art press magazine.
  • His exhibitions were rare.
  • His works did not achieve high auction prices.
  • He was a close friend of Catherine Millet and Jacques Henric.

Entities

Artists

  • Alain Jacquet

Institutions

  • art press

Locations

  • New York
  • United States

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