La vida y obras de Gustav Klimt

by Nathaniel Harris

The Life and Works of Gustav Klimt by Nathaniel Harris

Genres: Art, Nonfiction

Unknown Binding

First published January 1, 1994

Reviews

[Rowena · Rating 3 out of 5]

Beautiful art pieces included, some interesting facts and details about Klimt's life and his paintings, but the presentation was too orderly and not engaging enough in my opinion. A good introduction to Klimt though.

[Jaimie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I've read quite a few books on Gustav Klimt already, but I can't seem to get enough of his artwork! Obviously this tiny book can't compete with the larger publications like Taschen, nor does the author have much space to really discuss Klimt's work, but it was none the less a well done book. The author has chosen a broad selection of Klimt's work, drawing from the mosaics, portraits, and landscapes throughout his well-established career to give readers a plausible overview of an artist without attempting (foolishly) to be comprehensive. Each selection is accompanied by a short paragraph which introduces each painting's main theme, which while they are too brief to be truely satisfactory, we are given enough titilating details about Klimt's themes, motivations, and inspirations (as well as the artistic climate of the period) that we are drawn to seek out further information and discussion. My only complaint is that a few of the paintings seemed cropped in their reproduction, but I understand why the size restraints had to come into play.

[Carlos · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a short but beautiful book that captures the wonderful work of Gustav Klimt. Harris presents the painter’s biography in quick broad strokes and leaves the rest of the book to chronicle and analyze his evolving artistic style. He takes the reader from Klimt’s traditional beginnings to his increasing abstract and immediately identifiable style. Along the way he notes the response by the critics and Klimt’s response to that as perceived in his work. This really was a treat to anyone who was been enamored of any of Klimt’s beautiful creations.

[Joe Stickley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good little book showcasing the best of Klimt. Only improvement would be if it had more details about each of the paintings.

[Iva Deobald · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed the explanations of the artwork depicted. I am certain that there are more detailed references but this book was a very good introduction.

[Margaret Gray · Rating 3 out of 5]

Wonderful pictures and well arranged , but Mr. Harris seems a little frightened of Gustav!!!!

[Annie · Rating 5 out of 5]

A nice little introductory piece that hits the highlights of Klimt's work. It was a lovely book with beautiful prints and interesting blurbs about the paintings, ultimately a quick but good read. I definitely will read more on Klimt, and can I just say an artist that portrays public hair on women is super refreshing? Because it really is.

(Also, I just went to see Woman in Gold today, which was less about Klimt than it was about Nazi's and restoration of artwork, but it was a really lovely movie!)

[Rosemary Daly · Rating 4 out of 5]

I fell in love with the amazing artistic works of Gustav Klimt when I visited Vienna. These incredible, vibrant, and evocative works of art are an inspiration to the viewer. This collection of his work is a delight.

[Tim Caines · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fascinating - never realised how some of his paintings were so erotic.

[Debbie · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars. Three Ages of Woman and The Kiss are Beautiful.