Diego Giacometti

Born in 1902 in Borgonovo, Switzerland.

Died in 1985 in Paris, France.

Diego Giacometti was a Swiss sculptor and designer, and the younger brother of Alberto Giacometti, with whom he maintained a close artistic collaboration for many years. Though long overshadowed by his brother’s fame, Diego developed his own distinctive voice, characterized by a poetic balance of grace, craftsmanship, and imagination. His furniture and sculptures are defined by their refined modeling, their harmony between structure and fantasy, and their deep connection to nature and the animal world.

After Alberto’s death in 1966, Diego pursued an independent career and created some of his most iconic works - tables, chandeliers, lanterns, benches, and consoles - where bronze, patina, and light engage in a delicate dialogue. Often designed for private commissions and institutions, his creations reflect an exceptional sense of proportion and artisanal mastery.

His work has been exhibited widely, notably at the Musée Picasso in Paris, for which he designed the entirety of the museum’s furniture in 1985, as well as at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris and in major galleries around the world. Today, his works are held in prestigious public and private collections, securing his place as a central figure in twentieth-century sculpture and design.