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Alberto Giacometti
Modern
Modern

Alberto Giacometti

Born 1901 Died 1966 Works span 1921–1965

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 enterin…

25
dated works
7
chapters
1921
first work
1965
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through Alberto Giacometti's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.

Drag or scroll to travel through time

Chapters — Career Periods

The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups Alberto Giacometti's works by their historical period — early training, mature practice, final years.

Thumbnails — Dated Works

Every thumbnail is pinned at its precise creation year. A thin gold thread drops from the image to its exact point on the axis. Larger frames mark the artist's masterpieces by rank.

Colour Band — Movement Drift

The gradient bar beneath the axis shifts colour as the dominant art movement changes over time — from the warm golds of the early period through the deeper tones of maturity. It fills progressively as you scroll.