By Nina Heyn
Artworks by Gustav Klimt (1862-1918), the most popular representative of Viennese Art Nouveau, grace collections all over the world. After a protracted restitution battle, one of the most famous of his gold paintings, the Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer, is now in New York; galleries in cities like Tokyo, London, Tel Aviv, Venice, and many others each have a picture or two. Popular culture is awash with Klimt’s images, from bedroom poster decorations to nylon tote bags, often using just a few decorative elements from large compositions. On the other side of the spectrum there are movies, such as the enormously entertaining Woman in Gold or the just-produced Klimt & The Kiss in the Exhibition On Screen series.
Dear Nina,
Thank you for your insight into this Gustav Klimt exhibition, it takes my breath away and my soul sings in gratitude as I savour your column and photos.
Dr. Farrell and Catherine are correct, we must save the culture. It is an important contribution that you accomplish in this regard and bring to us at Solari. I look forward to seeing your next presentation.
In the dark recent past when the day got too long, I liked to review your past submissions and find renewal. It always worked for me. Blessings and ease to you on your travels.
Trisha