Artwork
Diego, lesend
Diego, lesend is an oil painting by Giovanni Giacometti. It dates from 1924 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich.
About this work
Overview
Giovanni Giacometti created the oil painting *Diego, lesend* in 1924. The canvas presents a seated figure whose gaze is directed downward, set against a background of blended yellow and green tones. The work is part of the permanent collection at the Kunsthaus Zürich.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait shows a man with short, dark hair, wearing a blue jacket over a light‑blue shirt. His face occupies the central area of the composition, emphasizing a contemplative, reading posture suggested by his lowered eyes.
Technique & Style
Visible brushwork gives the surface a textured quality, while the palette of muted blues and warm earth tones reflects Giacometto’s post‑Impressionist leanings. The handling of light and color aligns with his broader oeuvre, marked by a balance between representational detail and expressive surface.
History & Provenance
Born in 1868, the Swiss painter Giacometti worked until his death in 1933. He is also known as the father of sculptor Alberto Giacometti, his brother Diego, and architect Bruno Giacometti. *Diego, lesend* entered the Kunsthaus Zürich’s holdings, where it remains on display.
Artist & collection
Artist
Giovanni Ulrico Giacometti (7 March 1868 – 25 June 1933) was a Swiss painter. He was the father of artists Alberto and Diego Giacometti and architect Bruno Giacometti.
