Austrian, 1862–1918
Gustav Klimt (1862–1918) was an Austrian symbolist painter and a founder of the Vienna Secession movement. He played a key role in shaping the Art Nouveau style in Europe and was known for his paintings, murals, sketches, and decorative objects, focusing primarily on the female form with notable eroticism. Klimt's early career involved architectural decoration, but his later, more personal works sparked controversy, especially his paintings for the University of Vienna. His "golden phase" paintings, often featuring gold leaf, became highly sought after, and his influence extended to younger artists; after his death from a stroke and pneumonia, his works achieved record auction prices.
Sources: Wikipedia (en): Gustav Klimt · Wikidata Q34661
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