Gustav Klimt: Landscapes

This collection showcases Gustav Klimt's lesser-known landscape paintings, highlighting his contribution to European nature painting. The artist's landscapes, captured during summer trips to Austria and Italy, showcase his experimentation with composition and style. Accompanied by scholarly essays, the images in this book demonstrate Klimt's mastery beyond portraiture and reveal recurring themes in his work.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 218 pages
\n Publication date: 28 February 2019
\n Publisher: Prestel
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Gustav Klimt's Landscapes: A Lesser-Known Aspect of His Oeuvre

Gustav Klimt, the renowned Viennese painter, is celebrated for his opulent and symbolic portraits of the Viennese bourgeoisie. However, his artistic expression extends far beyond these portraits, encompassing a significant body of work in landscape painting. These landscapes represent a vital facet of Klimt's career and hold immense value in the realm of European nature painting.

For many years, Klimt embarked on summer journeys to the Austrian and Italian countryside, where he seized the opportunity to capture the extraordinary light and vibrant hues of the natural landscape. His artistic explorations in these landscapes were marked by a keen experimentation with composition and style.

Among the most exquisite examples of Klimt's landscapes are those in which he pushed the boundaries of artistic expression. He skillfully combined elements such as vibrant colors, intricate patterns, and abstract shapes to create works that are both visually stunning and thought-provoking. These landscapes not only showcase Klimt's mastery of technique but also reveal the themes that permeated his life's work.

To celebrate the beauty and significance of Klimt's landscapes, this book presents a collection of all extant landscapes by the artist. Accompanied by scholarly essays, the images reproduced in this volume provide a comprehensive glimpse into Klimt's artistic journey and his profound understanding of the natural world.

Through his landscapes, Gustav Klimt invites us to explore the wonders of nature and to appreciate the artistic potential found in the simplest of elements. His works serve as a testament to his enduring legacy and continue to inspire and captivate audiences worldwide.

\n Weight: 826g\n
Dimension: 202 x 245 x 21 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9783791385440\n \n