Alberto GIACOMETTI - Grisaille behind the mirror, 1954, lithograph

Alberto Giacometti : (1901-1966) is a swiss painter and sculptor, one of the most important artist of the XXth century. He is considered as close to the surrealists. His works are sought for by collectors around the world. In 2010, the sculpture "L'Homme qui marche I" was sold 74,2 millions of euros, three times more than its original estimation. Two small sculptures, entitled "Projet pour un monument pour Gabriel Péri" and "Projet pour une place" were sold in 2007 1,5 M€. His works are conserved in the most prestigious museums in the world.