Gustav Klimt: The Interiors

Gustav Klimt's paintings were created for specific settings or spaces, and this book showcases them in their original interiors, accompanied by texts by Klimt scholar Tobias Natter. It provides a refreshing perspective on Klimt's oeuvre and artistic vision.

Format: Hardback
Length: 140 pages
Publication date: 03 October 2023
Publisher: Prestel

Gustav Klimt's profound reverence for interior design permeated his artistic endeavors, resulting in a multitude of paintings crafted specifically for diverse settings and spaces. This captivating book vividly showcases how some of Klimt's most cherished canvases found their rightful place within private dining rooms, salons, galleries, museums, and public exhibition spaces. The featured artworks, including captivating portraits such as Emilie Flöge and Hermine Gallia, the awe-inspiring Nuda Veritas, and serene landscapes like A Morning by the Pond and The Tall Poplar I, are presented in lavish double-page spreads. Accompanying these captivating visuals are full-color reproductions of Klimt's paintings, juxtaposed with black-and-white vintage photographs of the original interiors, where the featured paintings are seamlessly overlaid in color. Thoughtful and insightful texts by Klimt scholar Tobias Natter accompany each spread, offering invaluable contextual insights into the conception of these pictures as integral components of the interior designs of their respective rooms and spaces. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this book presents a fresh and captivating perspective on Klimt's remarkable oeuvre and artistic vision. It serves as a testament to his profound understanding of the interplay between art and architecture, showcasing his ability to create immersive and transformative visual experiences.

Weight: 1594g
Dimension: 290 x 241 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783791379784