For Swiss sculptor Diego Giacometti, a talent for art ran in the family — his brothers were multi-disciplinary artist Alberto Giacometti and architect Bruno Giacometti, and their father was Post-Impressionist painter Giovanni Giacometti. But Diego was a gifted artist in his own right, creating furniture and lively animal sculptures that earned him considerable acclaim in his later years.
Diego was born in the farming village of Borgonovo in 1902. The Giacometti patriarch encouraged his sons to pursue art, and Diego and Alberto began working together in a Paris studio when Diego was 25. They engaged in a rivalry that is typical of like-minded siblings but were also supportive of one another.
Alberto pushed Diego to become a caster, and Diego served as his brother’s assistant, helping bring his designs to life. Diego also sat as a model for many of Alberto's now-revered sculptures and busts, as the sculptor worked chiefly with models plucked from his personal life. The duo also regularly created artwork and objects for French interior and furniture designer Jean-Michel Frank, whose other collaborators included Pablo Picasso and Henri Matisse.
Diego began focusing more on his own bronze sculpture during World War II. Inspired by his childhood farm life, he created bronze horses, dogs, cats, mice and foxes. During the late 1940s, Alberto began work on his most famous modernist sculptures — very tall and thin figurines that came to be associated with frailty and loneliness — while Diego branched out into furniture design. The latter’s tables, seating and other pieces earned him an array of devoted clientele. Celebrated French fashion designer Hubert de Givenchy sought his work out with frequency.
After Alberto died in 1966, Diego continued designing furniture and attracting more clients. He worked on projects for Fondation Maeght, Marc Chagall National Museum and Musée Picasso Paris.
Find a collection of original Diego Giacometti art and furniture on 1stDibs.
La Promenade des Amis, Diego Giacometti, Design, Tapestry, Tapis
By Diego Giacometti
Located in Geneva, CH
DIEGO GIACOMETTI La Promenade des Amis, 1984 Ed. EA XXV Woven on loom, point and needle, by hand, all wool, cotton weft, for wall and floor use 235 x 175 x 3 cm I 92 1/2 x 68 7/8 x ...
Tapestry, Wool
La Rencontre, Diego Giacometti, Design, Tapestry, Tapis
By Diego Giacometti
Located in Geneva, CH
DIEGO GIACOMETTI La Rencontre, 1984 Ed. 47/100 pcs Woven on loom, point and needle, by hand, all wool, cotton weft, for wall and floor use 245 x 185 cm I 96 1/2 x 72 7/8 in Woven si...
Tapestry, Wool
$1,680Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in W 40 in D 0.25 in
Abstract Expressionist Original Gouache on paper Collage style of de Kooning
Located in Soquel, CA
Abstract Expressionist Original Gouache on paper and Collage Abstract Gouache and Paper Collage by Harold Winer (American, 1913-2006). Image 30"H x 40"W Slat with white paint .25" ...
Gouache, Illustration Board, Laid Paper
$2,990
H 36.23 in W 27.56 in D 1.58 in
1963 Post-War Grey Modern Abstract Painting By Ferdinand Spindel
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
Introducing a captivating post-war modern painting by German artist Ferdinand Spindel. In a stunning abstract composition, this piece features a harm...
Oil, Wood Panel, Mixed Media
$1,480
H 26.78 in W 17.72 in D 3.94 in
Black Wooden Assemblage, 1951, A Mid-century Post-war Abstract Relief Sculpture
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
This unique black wooden assemblage from 1951 is a captivating example of mid-century post-war abstract relief art. Signed with an illegible signature, the piece carries a mysterious...
Canvas, Wood
Twelve Landscapes, 1969
By Saul Steinberg
Located in Greenwich, CT
Twelve Landscapes from 1969 is a watercolor and ink on lithograph with rubber stamping on paper. Signed and dated 'STEINBERG/1969' lower right. Framed in a contemporary wood frame.
Ink, Watercolor
$1,240Sale Price|20% Off
H 25.25 in W 34.75 in D 0.25 in
Abstract Expressionist Original Watercolor on Paper style of de Kooning
Located in Soquel, CA
Abstract Expressionist Original Watercolor on Paper style of de Kooning Abstract Watercolor titled "Lands End" by Harold Winer (American, 1913-2006). Bright and bold colors of a Fl...
Illustration Board, Laid Paper, Watercolor
$945Sale Price|30% Off
H 20 in W 28 in D 0.03 in
"Ruptured Futures" Satirical Bond Paperwork Collage
Located in Soquel, CA
"Ruptured Futures" Satirical Bond Paperwork Collage Elaborate collage by Mickey "Kano" Kane (American, 20th century). This piece is a satirical collage that mimics the ornate design...
Glue, Mixed Media, Archival Paper, Magazine Paper
$945Sale Price|30% Off
H 21.5 in W 28.88 in D 0.03 in
"Reigning Capital" Satirical Bond Paperwork Collage
Located in Soquel, CA
"Reigning Capital" Satirical Bond Paperwork Collage Elaborate collage by Mickey "Kano" Kane (American, 20th century). This piece is a satirical collage that mimics the ornate design...
Glue, Mixed Media, Archival Paper, Magazine Paper
Untitled
By Mary Corse
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A mixed media work by Mary Corse. "Untitled" is a mixed media, acrylic and diamond dust on canvas in a palette of white, black, and red by American Post-war, female artist Mary Corse...
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
$1,225Sale Price|30% Off
H 21.38 in W 29.19 in D 0.03 in
"Porcelain Nightmares" Satirical Bond Paperwork Collage
Located in Soquel, CA
"Porcelain Nightmares" Satirical Bond Paperwork Collage Elaborate collage by Mickey "Kano" Kane (American, 20th century). This piece is a satirical collage that mimics the ornate de...
Glue, Mixed Media, Archival Paper, Magazine Paper
$945Sale Price|30% Off
H 21.38 in W 29 in D 0.03 in
"The Baron Waits" Satirical Bond Paperwork Collage
Located in Soquel, CA
"The Baron Waits" Satirical Bond Paperwork Collage Elaborate collage by Mickey "Kano" Kane (American, 20th century). This piece is a satirical collage that mimics the ornate design ...
Glue, Mixed Media, Archival Paper, Magazine Paper
Abstract Figural Composition
Located in Astoria, NY
Elfi Schuselka (Austrian, b. 1940), Abstract Figural Composition, Mixed Media on Paper, mounted on board, circa 1965, apparently unsigned, unframed. 8.5" H x 11" W x 0.75" D. Provena...
Paper, Oil Crayon, Mixed Media, Oil, Board
Florida
By Saul Steinberg
Located in Greenwich, CT
Florida is an oil and ink mixed media artwork mounted on panel, 24 x 20 inches, signed and dated 'STEINBERG/1969' lower right. Inscribed '22 Florida' verso in pencil. Framed in a con...
Ink, Oil
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H 3.27 in W 2.96 in D 1.58 in
Chauve souris aux ailes déployées, Giacometti, animal, Bronze, sculpture, design
By Diego Giacometti
Located in Geneva, CH
Chauve souris aux ailes déployées, Giacometti, animal, Bronze, sculpture, design Chauve souris aux ailes déployées Foundry Lucien Thinot Bronze with brown patina 8.3 x 7.5 x 4 cm We...
Bronze
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H 92.52 in W 68.9 in D 1.19 in
La promenade des amis, Diego Giacometti, 1980's, carpet, tapestry, design
By Diego Giacometti
Located in Geneva, CH
La promenade des amis, Diego Giacometti, 1980's, carpet, tapestry, design La promenade des amis Ed. 100 pcs circa 1984 Work woven on a hand loom, in wool, cotton weft 235 x 175 x 3 ...
Tapestry, Wool, Cotton