- Hardcover: 30 pages
- Publisher: Prestel Publishing; illustrated edition edition (April 2000)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 3791323288
- ISBN-13: 978-3791323282
- Product Dimensions: 28.6 x 24.5 x 0.7 cm
- Shipping Weight: 381 g
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #1,761,154 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Characterized by spirals of color, small and large triangles, golden dots and floral shapes, the work of Gustav Klimt (1862-1918) is bursting with rich and fascinating ornamentation, and a feeling of opulence and passion. "The Kiss", one of his most famous paintings, magically draws in viewers of all ages. Turn-of-the-century society is brought alive through the eyes of one of the most celebrated painters of the time. Travel with Klimt through Italy as he discovers the richly gilded Baroque interiors that inspire his paintings. See how he painted his unusual portraits, meet his models, and be swept along by his glorious colors.
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Gorgeous book!! Not just for kids.,
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This review is from: Gustav Klimt: Silver, Gold, and Precious Stones (Hardcover)
This is a beautiful book. It is geared toward older children, but the presentation and photo quality will make any adult take a second look. Klimt's work is often characterized by the use of gold leaf -- this book actually prints the paintings so that they have a gold surface. Each page discusses an aspect of Klimt's life or work-- his relationship with Emile Floge, his travels to Italy, his Beethoven Frieze, etc. The background of each page is beautifully decorated to correspond with the information and photographs. I have several other books of Klimt's work-- this one has the best overview of his life and work, best reproductions, and by far my favorite in terms of how it presented the information. It is only 30 pages, but is truly a gem of a book. If you are interested in art history or art in general, I also recommend the other Adventures in Art books, particulary the one on Van Gogh. The presentation is very similar to the Klimt book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars (2 customer reviews) 20 of 20 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Gorgeous book!! Not just for kids.,
By A Customer - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Gustav Klimt: Silver, Gold, and Precious Stones (Hardcover)
This is a beautiful book. It is geared toward older children, but the presentation and photo quality will make any adult take a second look. Klimt's work is often characterized by the use of gold leaf -- this book actually prints the paintings so that they have a gold surface. Each page discusses an aspect of Klimt's life or work-- his relationship with Emile Floge, his travels to Italy, his Beethoven Frieze, etc. The background of each page is beautifully decorated to correspond with the information and photographs. I have several other books of Klimt's work-- this one has the best overview of his life and work, best reproductions, and by far my favorite in terms of how it presented the information. It is only 30 pages, but is truly a gem of a book. If you are interested in art history or art in general, I also recommend the other Adventures in Art books, particulary the one on Van Gogh. The presentation is very similar to the Klimt book. 3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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Conrad Josias, Author,
By Conrad S. Josias - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Gustav Klimt: Silver, Gold, and Precious Stones (Hardcover)
My wife and I bought the Klimt book as a gift for a friend. Both my wife and I were delighted with the book and its lustrous presentation. We plan to buy four more for four other friends.
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