 Klimt was a prominent
member of an innovating group of artists called 'Sezession' and is
considered to be one of the main pioneers of modern art. Apart from this,
his ornamental Jugendstil style evokes an irresistible feeling which is
inspired by the 'fin-de-siecle' of 19th century Vienna: elitist,
liberal-middle class, decadent, pleasantly-decorative. His work is
extremely recognizable due to his monumental style combined with
Byzantine-like ornamental art and classical symbolism, created against the
background of romanticism which was so characteristic of his time. In
Sezession's own words: "Art guides us to an ideal realm, the only place
where we will be able to find pure joy, pure happiness and pure love. A
choir of angels from paradise. Joy given by divine sparkles. That kiss
from the entire world!" |
