Constantin Brancusi was a Romanian sculptor born on February 19, 1876, in Hobita, Romania. He is often regarded as a pioneer of modern sculpture, known for his innovative approach to form and material. Brancusi moved to Paris in 1904, where he became associated with the Cubist movement and worked alongside artists like Pablo Picasso and Amedeo Modigliani. Brancusi's most famous works include The Kiss, Bird in Space, and The Endless Column. He emphasized simplicity and abstraction, often reducing forms to their essence. His sculptures are celebrated for their elegance and spiritual quality, influencing generations of artists and shaping the course of modern art.