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Alberto Giacometti Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Alberto Giacometti our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Alberto Giacometti · 1901 – 1966

Project for a Passageway (Maquette)

1931 · Kunsthaus Zürich, Zurich · original 16 x 126 cm

This sculptural masterpiece by Alberto Giacometti embodies existentialism through elongated figures crafted from plaster. Inspired by African rites of passage and architectural environments, it showcases innovative techniques like model sculptures and immersive spaces.

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Disagreeable Object

1931 · Kunsthaus Zürich, Zurich

Explore the unsettling abstraction of Giacometti's Disagreeable Object (1931), a minimalist sculpture evoking existential thought; discover this modern masterpiece today.

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Caught Hand

1932 · Kunsthaus Zürich, Zurich · original 5 x 27 cm

Explore Alberto Giacometti's iconic sculpture 'Caught Hand,' featuring a hauntingly elongated hand with a clock face – a poignant meditation on time and human form, crafted from wood and metal.

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Reclining Woman Who Dreams

1929 · Kunsthaus Zürich, Zurich

Discover Alberto Giacometti’s ‘Reclining Woman Who Dreams.’ A haunting sculpture of longing & introspection. Explore this iconic 1929 work – a masterpiece of modern art.

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Point to the Eye

1932 · Kunsthaus Zürich, Zurich · original 5 x 31 cm

Explore Alberto Giacometti's iconic sculpture 'Point to the Eye,' created in 1932. This minimalist masterpiece embodies existentialism and showcases meticulous craftsmanship, reflecting his father Giovanni’s artistic legacy.

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Flower in Danger

1932 · Kunsthaus Zürich, Zurich · original 56 x 78 cm

Experience Giacometti's poignant 1932 sculpture, a Surrealist meditation on fragility and existence; discover this masterpiece of form.

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Spoon Woman

1927 · Kunsthaus Zürich, Zurich · original 144 x 51 cm

Explore Alberto Giacometti's 'Spoon Woman,' a haunting bronze sculpture embodying existential themes and tribal art influences, showcasing enigmatic tension & human form.

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Still Life with an Apple

1937 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 72 x 75 cm

A hauntingly balanced composition of apples and a wooden table captures the existential essence of Alberto Giacometti's 1937 still life, offering a profound piece for your collection to explore modern mastery.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 41 artworks by Alberto Giacometti
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Femme égorgée

1940 · Monnaie de Paris, Paris

A hauntingly intricate bronze torso by Alberto Giacometti captures the raw essence of 1940s existentialism through its striking form and craftsmanship, inviting you to explore this profound masterpiece for your collection.

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Nose

1964 · Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York

Explore Alberto Giacometti’s ‘Nose,’ a minimalist sculpture of dark metal & bone. A stark, evocative piece reflecting isolation & human form – perfect for art collectors.

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Woman with Her Throat Cut

1940 · Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York

Explore Alberto Giacometti’s ‘Woman with Her Throat Cut,’ a striking 1940 sculpture embodying existentialism & Surrealist influences. A dark, geometric masterpiece.

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Standing Woman II

Detroit Institute of Arts, Detroit

Standing Woman II by Alberto Giacometti: A haunting bronze sculpture embodying existential themes of loneliness and vulnerability through elongated forms & textured surfaces.

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Quatre femmes sur socle [Four Women on a Base]

1950 · MAM Rio, Rio de Janeiro · original 74 x 41 cm

Hauntingly elongated figures by Alberto Giacometti in this 1950 sculpture, Quatre femmes sur socle, capture existential themes with a detailed metal composition – discover and own this iconic piece.

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Portrait of Peter Watson

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 41 artworks by Alberto Giacometti
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Self-Portrait

1921

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Popularity: No. 15 of 41 artworks by Alberto Giacometti
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The artist's mother

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 16 of 41 artworks by Alberto Giacometti
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Diego

1953

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 41 artworks by Alberto Giacometti
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Studio

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Popularity: No. 18 of 41 artworks by Alberto Giacometti
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Annette

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 19 of 41 artworks by Alberto Giacometti
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Landscape near Stampa Sun

Explore Alberto Giacometti’s ‘Landscape near Stampa Sun,’ a textured, abstracted cityscape in muted browns & grays. Expressive lines & layered paint evoke urban decay & memory.

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Popularity: No. 20 of 41 artworks by Alberto Giacometti
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Diego in a Plaid Shirt

1954

Explore Alberto Giacometti’s ‘Diego in a Plaid Shirt’ – an expressive oil painting of a man rendered in gestural brushwork & intense color. Discover its symbolism and unique style.

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Popularity: No. 21 of 41 artworks by Alberto Giacometti
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Diego

1958

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Popularity: No. 22 of 41 artworks by Alberto Giacometti
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Nose

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 41 artworks by Alberto Giacometti
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Diego in the Studio

1952 · Israel Museum, Jerusalem

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 41 artworks by Alberto Giacometti
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The City Square

1949

Explore Alberto Giacometti’s ‘The City Square,’ a minimalist bronze sculpture evoking loneliness & urban life. Its elongated figures & stark contrast captivate with modern form.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 25 of 41 artworks by Alberto Giacometti
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The artist

Alberto Giacometti

1901 – 1966

Quick facts

Copyright statusUnder copyright
Born1901, Borgonovo, Switzerland
Corpus themesexistentialism, psychological depth, existential angst, surrealism
Museums on APSSolomon R. Guggenheim Museum, Detroit Institute of Arts, Israel Museum, Kunsthaus Zürich, Metropolitan Museum of Art
Topics exploredsculpture, existentialism, men, figure, portraits
Died1966
Color intensitymonochromatic
Emotional tonereflective, melancholic

Biography

A Life Sculpted by Existential Echoes

Alberto Giacometti, a name synonymous with the hauntingly elongated figures that define much of 20th-century sculpture, was born in 1901 amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Borgonovo, Switzerland. This alpine setting, nestled near the Italian border, instilled within him an early appreciation for form and space – qualities that would profoundly shape his artistic vision. He wasn’t simply entering a world of art; he was *born* into it. His father, Giovanni Giacometti, was a respected Post-Impressionist painter, and this familial immersion provided both encouragement and a foundation upon which young Alberto could build. The echoes of the Reformation resonated within his lineage too, as his family descended from Protestant refugees who had sought sanctuary from persecution, perhaps contributing to a lifelong exploration of isolation and the human condition. His brothers, Diego – himself a sculptor – and Bruno, an architect, further cemented art’s central role in their lives, creating a dynamic creative atmosphere that fostered experimentation and mutual influence.

From Cubism to the Void: A Shifting Artistic Landscape

Giacometti's formal artistic journey began at the Geneva School of Fine Arts, but it was his move to Paris in 1922 that truly ignited his creative fire. He entered the studio of Antoine Bourdelle, a former associate of Rodin, absorbing classical techniques while simultaneously being swept up by the avant-garde currents swirling through the city. The early years were marked by an exploration of Cubism, dismantling and reassembling forms in a manner reflective of the era’s intellectual ferment. However, Giacometti wasn't content to merely mimic; he sought his own voice, moving towards a more personal style that focused intently on the human figure. This period saw him gravitating toward Surrealism, creating works imbued with dreamlike imagery and psychological depth, associating with luminaries like Miró, Ernst, and Picasso. Yet, even within this movement, Giacometti felt constrained. He ultimately rejected its purely subconscious approach, yearning for a more rigorous analysis of figurative composition – a desire to understand the essence of being through form. The late 1930s witnessed a dramatic shift in scale; he began producing incredibly small sculptures, often no larger than seven centimeters tall. These diminutive figures weren’t simply miniature representations but rather expressions of distance, both physical and emotional, reflecting a sense of detachment and loss that permeated his worldview.

The Post-War Silhouette: Fragility and the Human Condition

The devastation of World War II profoundly impacted Giacometti's work. Taking refuge in Switzerland during the conflict, he continued to sculpt, but it was after the war that he achieved his most iconic style – the tall, attenuated figures for which he is celebrated today. These weren’t portraits in the traditional sense; they were distillations of human presence, stripped down to their essential forms. Rough surfaces and elongated limbs conveyed a profound sense of fragility and isolation, mirroring the existential anxieties of the post-war era. They seem perpetually on the verge of dissolving into nothingness, embodying the precariousness of existence. These sculptures weren’t merely *of* people; they were explorations of what it meant to *be* human in a world grappling with trauma and uncertainty. The space surrounding these figures is as crucial as the forms themselves – an imaginary yet tangible realm that speaks to our own sense of alienation and longing. Simultaneously, Giacometti's painting gained prominence, mirroring the themes of isolation and attenuation found in his sculptures through almost monochromatic depictions of the human form.

Legacy of a Visionary

Giacometti’s artistic contributions were recognized with increasing acclaim throughout his career, culminating in the Grand Prize for Sculpture at the Venice Biennale in 1962. However, despite this success, he remained relentlessly self-critical, constantly reworking and sometimes even destroying sculptures that failed to meet his exacting standards. His unfinished commission for the Chase Manhattan Bank Building in New York – *Grande Femme Debout I–IV* – stands as a testament to his dissatisfaction with the relationship between art and its environment, highlighting his uncompromising artistic integrity. His work resonates deeply with existentialist philosophy, grappling with themes of human existence, mortality, and the search for meaning in an absurd world. He wasn’t simply creating aesthetically pleasing objects; he was posing fundamental questions about what it means to be alive. Alberto Giacometti is rightfully considered one of the most important sculptors of the 20th century, his influence continuing to inspire artists and captivate audiences with its profound exploration of the human condition and its uniquely evocative visual language. His sculptures are not merely representations of figures; they are embodiments of our shared vulnerability and search for connection in an increasingly fragmented world.

Questions & Answers

How many artworks by Alberto Giacometti are available to browse?

You can browse 41 artworks by Alberto Giacometti on the All Artworks page.

Where can I see the color profile of Alberto Giacometti's work?

The Palette Genome of Alberto Giacometti is a page that presents the color profile of the artist's body of work.

In which historical period did Alberto Giacometti work?

Alberto Giacometti worked in the Modern period. The period situates the artist's activity in history.

By the ArtsDot.com Editorial Team Updated Sept. 2, 2026

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