Alfons Maria Mucha(Czech pronunciation: [ˈalfons ˈmuxa] ( listen); IvanÄice, 24 July 1860 – Prague, 14 July 1939), often known in English and French as Alphonse Mucha, was a Czech Art Nouveau painter and decorative artist,[3] known best for his distinct style. He produced many paintings, illustrations, advertisements, postcards, and designs.