# Ernest Montaut

> Ernest Montaut (1878-1909) was a French poster artist who died at an early age. He is credited with the invention of various artistic techniques, such as speed lines and distorting perspective by foreshortening to create the impression of speed. These techniques are still in use.

*French painter (1878-1909)*

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## Identity
- **Profile type:** Artist
- **Category:** Artists
- **Country:** France
- **Born:** 1878-11-07
- **Died:** 1909-08-09
- **Status:** deceased
- **Gender:** male

## Bio

Ernest Montaut (1878-1909) was a French poster artist who died at an early age. He is credited with the invention of various artistic techniques, such as speed lines and distorting perspective by foreshortening to create the impression of speed. These techniques are still in use.

## Fame
- **Fame score:** 35.4
- **Momentum:** 1.6

## Sources
- [Ernest Montaut](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ernest_Montaut)
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- [Wikidata](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q5393580)

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