Alberto Giacometti (1901–1966) was a significant 20th-century artist known for his elongated, attenuated sculptures that often embody post-war existential themes. Born in Switzerland, he was influenced by his artist father and later by Renaissance, Egyptian, and African art. He moved to Paris, studied sculpture, and was briefly involved with the Surrealists before breaking away to focus on working from live models. Giacometti's intense artistic process involved obsessive observation and self-criticism, often leading to the destruction and reworking of his pieces. His later work, characterized by signature elongated figures, resonated deeply in the post-war era, reflecting themes of isolation, fragility, and the human condition, and were linked by philosophers like Sartre to Existentialism. Check out my other podcasts Fun Facts Daily | Art Smart | Rainbow Puppy Science Lab Who ARTed is an Airwave Media Podcast. If you are interested in advertising on this or any other Airwave Media show, email: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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