Artwork
Phaëthon im Zeichen des Skorpions
Phaëthon im Zeichen des Skorpions is an oil painting by Augusto Giacometti. It dates from 1911 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich.
About this work
Overview
Phaëthon im Zeichen des Skorpions is a 1911 oil painting by Augusto Giacometti, held at the Kunsthaus Zürich. The circular composition depicts a dynamic scene.
Subject & Meaning
A woman in a red dress is shown with her head tilted back and arms outstretched, set against a dark blue background with white dots, evoking a starry night sky. A small crescent moon is visible at the bottom, adding to the celestial atmosphere.
Technique & Style
The use of oil paint is evident in the subtle sheen on the woman's dress. The artist's rendering of the subject's face is not detailed, but her pose conveys energy and movement.
Artist & collection
Artist
Augusto Giacometti was a Swiss painter from Stampa, Grisons, cousin of Giovanni Giacometti who was the father of Alberto, Diego and Bruno Giacometti.
