Three Klimt paintings, namely, Philosophy, Medicine and Jurisprudence, were criticized for their radical themes and material. They were considered pornographic. These paintings transformed traditional allegory and symbolism into a new language which was more overtly sexual, hence, more disturbing. Unfortunately, all three paintings were destroyed by retreating SS forces in May, 1945.
Although Klimt paintings were not widely accepted then, some of the pieces are seen to be the most important and most influential pieces to come out of Austria today. Among the early works of Gustav was the Allegories collection, which was seen as a creative and timeless piece.
The most renowned of Klimt paintings in 1902 was the Beethoven Frieze, featuring a monumental, polychromed sculpture by Max Klinger. It was painted directly on the walls using light materials. The face on the Beethoven portrait showed a resemblance to Gustav Mahler, with whom Klimt had a respectful relationship.
The first Grandma Moses paintings were made using house paint. They are classified as folk art, which is self-taught art. It is also often times referred to as primitive art. Grandma Moses was in her 70s when she began painting seriously. Her addition of glitter on her snow scenes where not considered artistic by many.
Simple pictures of family, church and community scenes, extolling the virtues of honesty and hard work were the focus of Grandma Moses paintings. These virtues are exemplified by Grandma Moses herself. It was an old kitchen table placed in a utility room that formed her art studio.
Grandma Moses paintings also depicted familiar farm life scenes. They told stories about apple butter making, soap and maple syrup making, corn husking and candle making. Grandma Moses regarded her art as something she enjoyed doing which provided her with some extra money. She was often times bedazzled by people who make a fuss over her and contended to be the same person she was before, regardless of her fame and fortune.
Although Klimt paintings were not widely accepted then, some of the pieces are seen to be the most important and most influential pieces to come out of Austria today. Among the early works of Gustav was the Allegories collection, which was seen as a creative and timeless piece.
The most renowned of Klimt paintings in 1902 was the Beethoven Frieze, featuring a monumental, polychromed sculpture by Max Klinger. It was painted directly on the walls using light materials. The face on the Beethoven portrait showed a resemblance to Gustav Mahler, with whom Klimt had a respectful relationship.
The first Grandma Moses paintings were made using house paint. They are classified as folk art, which is self-taught art. It is also often times referred to as primitive art. Grandma Moses was in her 70s when she began painting seriously. Her addition of glitter on her snow scenes where not considered artistic by many.
Simple pictures of family, church and community scenes, extolling the virtues of honesty and hard work were the focus of Grandma Moses paintings. These virtues are exemplified by Grandma Moses herself. It was an old kitchen table placed in a utility room that formed her art studio.
Grandma Moses paintings also depicted familiar farm life scenes. They told stories about apple butter making, soap and maple syrup making, corn husking and candle making. Grandma Moses regarded her art as something she enjoyed doing which provided her with some extra money. She was often times bedazzled by people who make a fuss over her and contended to be the same person she was before, regardless of her fame and fortune.
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