Giacometti
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Definition
Proper noun: * Alberto Giacometti: A Swiss sculptor and painter, internationally renowned for his distinctive bronze sculptures of thin, elongated human figures. He was also a significant painter and draftsman. His work is associated with both Surrealism and Existentialism and explores themes of perception, distance, and the human condition.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The museum is hosting a major exhibition of works by Giacometti.
- Her favorite sculpture is a Giacometti of a walking man.
- The art historian wrote a book analyzing Giacometti's artistic evolution.
Advanced Usage
- The name "Giacometti" is often used attributively as an adjective to describe artworks, styles, or figures reminiscent of his work.
- The artist's Giacometti-esque figures convey a profound sense of isolation.
- He collects modern art, with a focus on Giacometti bronzes.
Variants and Related Words
- Giacomettian (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of Alberto Giacometti or his work.
- The critic noted the Giacomettian quality of the elongated forms.
Synonyms
- The artist: Used contextually within art discourse.
- The auction set a new record for the artist. (when the subject is clearly Giacometti)
Related Idioms and Phrases
- While there are no direct idioms, the phrase "a Giacometti" is commonly used in art contexts to refer to one of his sculptures.
- The plaza is anchored by a Giacometti.
Noun
- Swiss sculptor and painter known for his bronze sculptures of elongated figures (1901-1966)