Austrian symbolist painter Gustav Klimt (1862–1918) expressed in his work a fascination with the liminal worlds that underpin his figures and landscapes. His art echoes different styles and traditions yet he has no obvious predecessors or disciples.
Offering a critical reappraisal of Klimt, the author explores the threshold universe depicted in a wide range of works from all phases of his prolific career, complemented with references to his correspondence.

Dani Cavallaro has written widely about literature, cultural theory, and anime. She lives in London.

Dani Cavallaro
Format: softcover (6 x 9)
Pages: 195
Bibliographic Info: appendices, bibliography, index
Copyright Date: 2018
pISBN: 978-1-4766-6808-6
eISBN: 978-1-4766-3138-7
Imprint: McFarland

Table of Contents


Preface  1

One—The Artist and How He Changed His Times  3

Two—Design  63

Three—Bodies  93

Four—Sceneries  121

Five—Eastern Influences  141

Appendix I—Klimt’s Works  167

Appendix II—Where to See Some of Klimt’s

Major Works in Public Collections  173

Bibliography  177

Index  185