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The Japanese philosopher Isaku Yanaihara (1918-1989) regularly sat for Alberto Giacometti. Having come to France in 1954 to study philosophy at the Sorbonne, he met the artist for the first time in November 1955 for an interview. He quickly became the model for several portraits in 1956, then during his stays in 1957, 1959, 1960 and 1961.This work was made on his second stay, between August and September 1957. On that occasion, Yanaihara took a photo of Giacometti’s studio and paintings…

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I can tell this was a reduction piece which does help bring out the use of light within the piece. there isn't too much detail in the girl's face which shows the focus was only on where light and shadow show on the figure as well as the background space. The hatching also gives a nice overall look to the piece. Giacometti Paintings, Giacometti Art, Giovanni Giacometti, Artistic Background, Alberto Giacometti, Chur, Post Impressionists, Life Drawing, Figure Painting

I can tell this was a reduction piece which does help bring out the use of light within the piece. there isn't too much detail in the girl's face which shows the focus was only on where light and shadow show on the figure as well as the background space. The hatching also gives a nice overall look to the piece.

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