key term - Gustav Klimt

Definition

Gustav Klimt was an Austrian symbolist painter known for his decorative and ornamental style, often featuring intricate patterns and gold leaf. His works often explored themes of sensuality, femininity, and the human condition.

Related terms

Symbolism:

Symbolism is an artistic movement that emerged in the late 19th century, characterized by the use of symbols to represent ideas or emotions.

Vienna Secession: The Vienna Secession was an art movement founded by Gustav Klimt and other artists in Vienna in 1897. It aimed to break away from traditional academic art and promote modern styles.

The Kiss:

"The Kiss" is one of Gustav Klimt's most famous paintings, depicting a couple locked in an intimate embrace against a backdrop of golden patterns.