Gustav Klimt

Gustav Klimt, born in 1862 in Baumgarten and died in 1918 in Vienna, was an Austrian painter known for his symbolic and decorative works. His paintings, such as 'The Kiss' and 'Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I,' are celebrated for their intricate detail and use of gold leaf, capturing the essence of Symbolist elegance and emotion. Influenced by the Symbolist movement and his contemporary Egon Schiele, Klimt's technique involved a refined and ornamental approach to composition and color, conveying the grace and depth of his subjects. His career was marked by his ability to depict the elegance and spirituality of his era, making him a celebrated figure in late 19th and early 20th-century Austrian painting.