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 10)

Reclining Nude,Gustav Klimt,Sketch,Sketch, solo, 1girl, masturbation, lying, nude, monochrome
Reclining Nude
Painter: Gustav Klimt
Resolution: 3559 × 2331 px
Reclining Nude with Outstretched Left Arm,Gustav Klimt,Sketch,Sketch, 1girl, solo, monochrome, nipples
Reclining Nude with Outstretched Left Arm
Painter: Gustav Klimt
Resolution: 3485 × 2196 px
Schloss Kammer am Attersee III,Gustav Klimt,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, house, window, outdoors, scenery
Schloss Kammer am Attersee III
Painter: Gustav Klimt
Resolution: 3477 × 3508 px
Seated Figure with Gathered up Skirt,Gustav Klimt,Color Sketch,Color Sketch, 1girl, solo, underwear, panties
Seated Figure with Gathered up Skirt
Painter: Gustav Klimt
Resolution: 2614 × 3931 px
Reclining Nude with Drapery,Gustav Klimt,Sketch,Sketch, 1girl, solo, high heels, monochrome, sketch
Reclining Nude with Drapery
Painter: Gustav Klimt
Resolution: 3621 × 2403 px
Reclining Semi-Nude (Masturbating),Gustav Klimt,Sketch,Sketch, 1girl, solo, monochrome, split, sketch
Reclining Semi-Nude (Masturbating)
Painter: Gustav Klimt
Resolution: 2481 × 3944 px
Schwebende vor dunklem Hintergrund,Gustav Klimt,Sketch,Sketch, 1girl, solo, nude, breasts, female pubic hair
Schwebende vor dunklem Hintergrund
Painter: Gustav Klimt
Resolution: 2261 × 3200 px
Seated nude girl, from the front, with tackled legs,Gustav Klimt,Sketch,Sketch, 1girl, solo, nipples, breasts
Seated nude girl, from the front, with tackled legs
Painter: Gustav Klimt
Resolution: 3495 × 5352 px
Reclining Nude with Drapery, Back View,Gustav Klimt,Sketch,Sketch, 1girl, solo, ass, sketch, lying
Reclining Nude with Drapery, Back View
Painter: Gustav Klimt
Resolution: 2863 × 1869 px
Rosebushes under the Trees,Gustav Klimt,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, flower, grass, tree, standing, outdoors
Rosebushes under the Trees
Painter: Gustav Klimt
Resolution: 5872 × 5872 px
Sculptur,Gustav Klimt,Illustration,Illustration, 1girl, nude, nipples, breasts, long hair, black hair, solo
Sculptur
Painter: Gustav Klimt
Resolution: 2996 × 4061 px
Seated Woman,Gustav Klimt,Sketch,Sketch, solo, 1girl, sitting, sketch, blush, monochrome, profile
Seated Woman
Painter: Gustav Klimt
Resolution: 3057 × 4824 px