Gustav Klimt

Austria 1862-1918
Gustav Klimt, a prominent Austrian symbolist painter and one of the most influential figures in early 20th-century art, was born on July 14, 1862, in Baumgarten, near Vienna. Renowned for his decorative yet profoundly symbolic works, Klimt's oeuvre is characterized by a richly ornamental style that combines elements from Art Nouveau, Symbolism, and Byzantine mosaics. Klimt's artistic journey began at an early age when he enrolled at the Vienna School of Arts and Crafts alongside his brother Ernst. As a co-founder of the Vienna Secession movement in 1897, Klimt spearheaded a rebellion against traditional academic art, advocating for a new, more progressive and personal form of expression. His iconic work as a decorator reached its zenith with the series of ceiling paintings at the University of Vienna (now destroyed) and particularly the grandiose Beethoven Frieze, which embodies the spirit of the Secessionists' aesthetic ideals. His most celebrated pieces are often associated with the 'Golden Phase,' during which he employed gold leaf extensively to create luminous, sensuous compositions. Works such as "The Kiss" (1907-1908) and "Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I" (1907), also known as "The Woman in Gold," exemplify this period, showcasing intricate patterns, opulent textures, and a profound exploration of love, sexuality, and human relationships. Throughout his career, Klimt's subjects were deeply embedded in themes of psychological depth, mythology, and allegory, and he frequently depicted women in a manner that oscillated between idealization and candid realism. Despite the controversy surrounding some of his explicit depictions, Klimt's impact on modern art cannot be understated, influencing the likes of Egon Schiele and Oskar Kokoschka, among others. Klimt passed away on February 6, 1918, leaving behind a legacy that continues to captivate viewers and scholars alike. His unique vision and masterful technique have solidified his position as a key figure in both Viennese Modernism and the broader tapestry of international art history.

Collection of Works(Page 1)

Adam And Eve,Gustav Klimt,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, 1girl, nipples, nude, blonde hair, fine art parody
Adam And Eve
Painter: Gustav Klimt
Resolution: 2494 × 7016 px
Allegory of Sculpture,Gustav Klimt,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, fine art parody, 1girl, nude, jewelry, nipples
Allegory of Sculpture
Painter: Gustav Klimt
Resolution: 2436 × 3387 px
Amalie Zuckerkandl,Gustav Klimt,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, 1girl, solo, black hair, dress, looking at viewer
Amalie Zuckerkandl
Painter: Gustav Klimt
Resolution: 3508 × 3500 px
Attersee,Gustav Klimt,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, no humans, outdoors, traditional media, ocean, water, waves
Attersee
Painter: Gustav Klimt
Resolution: 5689 × 5701 px
Adam und Eva Studie,Gustav Klimt,Sketch,Sketch, nude, monochrome, ass, solo, 1boy, 1girl, sketch, from behind
Adam und Eva Studie
Painter: Gustav Klimt
Resolution: 3084 × 4943 px
Altar des Dionysos,Gustav Klimt,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, desert, fine art parody, multiple boys, parody
Altar des Dionysos
Painter: Gustav Klimt
Resolution: 6466 × 1245 px
Annerl,Gustav Klimt,Sketch,Sketch, 1girl, solo, monochrome, sketch, upper body, sepia, lips
Annerl
Painter: Gustav Klimt
Resolution: 4356 × 4697 px
Auf dem Bauch liegender Halbakt nach rechts [Semi-nude Lying on her Stomach turned to the Right],Gustav Klimt
Auf dem Bauch liegender Halbakt nach rechts [Semi-nude Lying on her Stomach turned to the Right]
Painter: Gustav Klimt
Resolution: 3482 × 2237 px
Akt eines kleinen Mädchens,Gustav Klimt,Sketch,Sketch, 1girl, solo, nude, monochrome, navel, short hair
Akt eines kleinen Mädchens
Painter: Gustav Klimt
Resolution: 2613 × 3985 px
Alter Mann auf dem Totenbett,Gustav Klimt,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, no humans, animal focus, lying
Alter Mann auf dem Totenbett
Painter: Gustav Klimt
Resolution: 3508 × 2371 px
Approaching Thunderstorm [The Large Poplar II],Gustav Klimt,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, cloud, outdoors, sky
Approaching Thunderstorm [The Large Poplar II]
Painter: Gustav Klimt
Resolution: 4135 × 4144 px
Auf einem Sofa liegende Frau,Gustav Klimt,Sketch,Sketch, monochrome, simple background, lying, 1girl, on side
Auf einem Sofa liegende Frau
Painter: Gustav Klimt
Resolution: 6731 × 4422 px