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Discover 'Klimt: Masters of Art', a captivating paperback by Angela Wenzel, published by Prestel Publishing. This visually stunning biography immerses readers in the extraordinary life and career of Gustav Klimt, one of the most iconic artists in history. Spanning the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Klimt’s work is deeply woven into the rich tapestry of Vienna's last golden age and the dramatic emergence of modernism. This book features a meticulously curated collection of Klimt's paintings, sketches, and photographs, offering a unique perspective on his creative genius.
With dimensions of 170 x 210 mm and 112 pages of exquisite reproductions, readers will explore Klimt's delicate balance between beauty and provocative themes. You'll learn about his influence on the Vienna Secession movement and how his artistic journey evolved through a world of burgeoning innovation and suppressive mainstream thought. Each page celebrates Klimt's signature style, showcasing his appreciation for female sensuality and masterful use of color and pattern.
Klimt’s paintings, from opulent portraits to intricate murals, are analyzed in this comprehensive guide, revealing the emotional depth and technical brilliance behind each piece. Perfect for art enthusiasts, historians, and those new to Klimt alike, this biography serves as an elegant tribute to an artist whose influence continues to inspire.
Delivery Information: This product is available for delivery and will be shipped promptly upon order. Expect your beautifully crafted book to arrive in perfect condition, ready for you to enjoy or gift to a fellow art lover.
Klimt : Masters Of Art
Author: Angela Wenzel Publisher: Prestel Publishing
Bind: paperback
Dimensions: 170 x 210 mm
Pages: 112
Publication Date: 01-08-2022
The story of Klimt’s astonishing artistic career is told in this beautifully produced collection of reproductions, photographs and drawings with an accompanying text that places the artist in a unique historical moment and reflects his fierce appetite for life and beauty. Gustav Klimt’s career straddled the last gasps of Vienna’s golden age and the painful birth of modernism. When seen through this bifurcated lens, it is easy to understand why his relatively small oeuvre created such a lasting impact. This gorgeously illustrated biography explores the unique environment in which Klimt worked—a society in which the schooling of artists was both appreciated and encouraged; a city that was pouring money into magnificently ornate architecture and portraiture; a population that was both experimenting with and suppressing freedom of thought. The full breadth of Klimt’s accomplishments is represented here—history and symbolist paintings, building decorations, murals, posters, magazine illustrations, portraits, and landscapes. Readers will learn how Klimt navigated the complex architecture of fin-de-sičcle Vienna and helped found the Vienna Secession and they will see how Klimt’s style and motifs changed extensively through the years. Dozens of key works allow for close inspection of Klimt's dazzling artistry, his profound appreciation of female sensuality and his brilliant application of color and mosaic. The author draws out the importance of the relation between the plane surfaces of Klimt’s paintings and the spaces they represent, thereby raising surprising connections between his painting and his skills in the applied arts. Compact and satisfying, this book traces a singular artist’s trajectory across an ever-changing cultural landscape.
With dimensions of 170 x 210 mm and 112 pages of exquisite reproductions, readers will explore Klimt's delicate balance between beauty and provocative themes. You'll learn about his influence on the Vienna Secession movement and how his artistic journey evolved through a world of burgeoning innovation and suppressive mainstream thought. Each page celebrates Klimt's signature style, showcasing his appreciation for female sensuality and masterful use of color and pattern.
Klimt’s paintings, from opulent portraits to intricate murals, are analyzed in this comprehensive guide, revealing the emotional depth and technical brilliance behind each piece. Perfect for art enthusiasts, historians, and those new to Klimt alike, this biography serves as an elegant tribute to an artist whose influence continues to inspire.
Delivery Information: This product is available for delivery and will be shipped promptly upon order. Expect your beautifully crafted book to arrive in perfect condition, ready for you to enjoy or gift to a fellow art lover.
Klimt : Masters Of Art
Author: Angela Wenzel Publisher: Prestel Publishing
Bind: paperback
Dimensions: 170 x 210 mm
Pages: 112
Publication Date: 01-08-2022
The story of Klimt’s astonishing artistic career is told in this beautifully produced collection of reproductions, photographs and drawings with an accompanying text that places the artist in a unique historical moment and reflects his fierce appetite for life and beauty. Gustav Klimt’s career straddled the last gasps of Vienna’s golden age and the painful birth of modernism. When seen through this bifurcated lens, it is easy to understand why his relatively small oeuvre created such a lasting impact. This gorgeously illustrated biography explores the unique environment in which Klimt worked—a society in which the schooling of artists was both appreciated and encouraged; a city that was pouring money into magnificently ornate architecture and portraiture; a population that was both experimenting with and suppressing freedom of thought. The full breadth of Klimt’s accomplishments is represented here—history and symbolist paintings, building decorations, murals, posters, magazine illustrations, portraits, and landscapes. Readers will learn how Klimt navigated the complex architecture of fin-de-sičcle Vienna and helped found the Vienna Secession and they will see how Klimt’s style and motifs changed extensively through the years. Dozens of key works allow for close inspection of Klimt's dazzling artistry, his profound appreciation of female sensuality and his brilliant application of color and mosaic. The author draws out the importance of the relation between the plane surfaces of Klimt’s paintings and the spaces they represent, thereby raising surprising connections between his painting and his skills in the applied arts. Compact and satisfying, this book traces a singular artist’s trajectory across an ever-changing cultural landscape.