Klimt

A wonderful presentation of the life and decadent works of Gustav Klimt.

With approximately 100 illustrations, this artist's book features a detailed chronological summary of the life and oeuvre of Klimt. Touching upon the cultural and historical importance of his work, this publication includes an exploration of his influence on artists that followed.

Klimt was an artist of universal appeal, not just because of his luxuriant painting style, but also due to his exploration of ubiquitous themes like love, feminine beauty, ageing, and death. Here, art historian Gilles Néret provides an indispensable introduction to the great artist and insight into why the Viennese artist's popularity has been so unyielding.

About the Author

Gilles Néret (1933–2005) was an art historian, journalist, writer and museum correspondent. He organized several art retrospectives in Japan and founded the SEIBU museum and the Wildenstein Gallery in Tokyo. He directed art reviews such as L'Œil and Connaissance des Arts and received the Elie Faure Prize in 1981 for his publications. His TASCHEN titles include Salvador Dalí: The Paintings, Matisse, and Erotica Universalis.