Gustav Klimt by Nina Kransel

Gustav Klimt by Nina Kransel

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Summary

Introduces readers to turn-of-the-century Vienna, a hotbed of cultural conflict and aesthetic awakening. This book shows how Klimt's volatile relationship with the Viennese art world, run-ins with the law, and irrepressible sensuality shaped the artist's career. It considers Klimt's innovative techniques and novel approach to portraiture.

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Gustav Klimt by Nina Kransel

In this arresting volume the author discusses his paintings' frank eroticism and elaborate decorations against the background of Klimt's sensational life. She introduces readers to turn-of-the-century Vienna, a hotbed of cultural conflict and aesthetic awakening. She shows how Klimt's volatile relationship with the Viennese art world, run-ins with the law, and irrepressible sensuality shaped the artist's career. The author also considers Klimt's innovative techniques and novel approach to portraiture as well as his philosophy of painting. Finally the author reveals how a resurgent interest in Klimt's life is fuelling further debate about the roles of eroticism and fashion in the art world of today.
'An attractive, innovative approach to presenting the life and works of art nouveau painter Klimt'Bookseller Buyer's Guide, January 2007
Nina Kransel studied art history and works as a journalist and musician.
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ISBN 13 9783791337791
ISBN 10 3791337793
Title Gustav Klimt
Author Nina Kransel
Series Living Art Series
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Prestel
Year published 2007-02-23
Number of pages 128
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.