Климт | Klimt

Klimt

Gilles Neret - 2015

Overview

Gustav Klimt's ornate art, rich with gold and floral motifs, captures the opulent yet complex atmosphere of Vienna's upper middle class at the turn of the 20th century. This society embraced aestheticism and pleasure, yet was shadowed by an awareness of mortality, a theme often explored in Klimt's work. Renowned as a master of erotic art, his drawings, in particular, are celebrated for their artistic merit and sensual depictions of women.

Who it's for

• Art enthusiasts interested in Austrian Symbolism.
• Readers exploring the art and culture of Vienna around 1900.
• Those fascinated by erotic art and the female form in painting.

Key features

• Language: English
• Pages: 96
• Binding: Hardcover
• Publisher: Taschen
• Year: 2015
• ISBN: 9783836558075