Written by valerie vakili on February 13, 2013
Many artists were known for their own unique works of art. One such famous artist in the 19th century was Gustav Klimt. He was born in July 14, 1862 in Austria. Gustav Klimt became one of the most famous Symbolist painters of all time. He founded the school of painting known as the Vienna Secession and became a very prominent member of this movement. Vienna Secession exemplifies the erotic and psychological works that made Vienna one of the intellectual centers of the Europe. Even though his major works of art were oil paintings, murals and sketches, he was also known for his innumerable drawings in pencil with the female body as his main subject. Read More |