SENSUAL SYMBOLISM

The cascading colours of Klimt

The Virgins or Die Jungfrauen (1913) is a masterful use of colour and symbolism by the Austrian artist Gustav Klimt.

The image features seven female figures, entwined together, each individually wrapped in contrasting floral gowns to symbolise their evolution into womanhood.

The themes of love, sexuality and regeneration are evident in the oval shape of the work as the image seeks to depict various stages of a human life in a single image.

The Virgins or Die Jungfrauen (1913) by Gustav Klimt.

BLUE VIRGIN SILK TIE

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This new silk tie features an element from the central portion of Klimt's painting, with the blue and purple swirls that evoke the birth of new life combined with vibrant floral elements. A statement accessory for lovers of life, captains of colour and art aficionados.

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THE LEGACY OF A VISIONARY

Gustav Klimt (1862 - 1918)

Gustav Klimt was born in 1862 in Vienna, and studied at the Vienna School of Arts and Crafts.

His work was heavily influenced by an interest in mythology, symbolism, and the human form. He is best known for his use of rich colours, intricate patterns, and his signature gold leaf technique.

One of a group of artists who sought to break away from the traditional academic style of painting, known as the Vienna Secession, his influence on the Art Nouveau movement, his contributions to the decorative arts, and impact on the art world in general cannot be overstated.