De Saint Phalle is a woman who grappled with her own life choices and society’s roles for her. Much of her work deals with the beauty and conflicts of being a woman, a mother and an independent life force. Her works include, painting, sculpture, film and literature. In 1991 she completed “The Firebird” (l’Oiseau de Feu Sur l’Arch) which can be seen at The Bechtler in Charlotte. To read more CLICK HERE>.