Alberto Giacometti
Alberto Giacometti (1901-1966) was a Swiss sculptor, painter, draftsman, and printmaker, renowned for his distinctive style characterized by elongated human figures. Born in the small village of Borgonovo, he was the son of Giovanni Giacometti, a post-Impressionist painter, which influenced his early artistic development. Giacometti moved to Paris in 1922, where he studied under sculptor Antoine Bourdelle and became associated with the Surrealist movement. His work evolved over the years, with a notable shift towards existentialism after World War II, reflecting themes of isolation and the human condition. Giacometti's sculptures, particularly his spindly, emaciated figures, have had a profound impact on modern art, and his works are held in high esteem in major museums and collections worldwide. Read more about Arts.