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Gustav Klimt: Symbolist Painter and Secessionist Master

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In this episode, we explore the luminous, provocative world of Gustav Klimt, the Austrian painter whose shimmering gold works and daring symbolism reshaped modern art. From his academic beginnings to the revolutionary spark of the Vienna Secession, we trace how Klimt broke free from convention to create a visual language that was intimate, erotic, and profoundly human.

We discuss:

• Klimt’s early training and rise within traditional Viennese artistic circles
• His shift toward bold symbolism, ornamentation, and psychological depth
• The founding of the Secession and his fight for artistic freedom
• The creation of his most iconic works, including The Kiss and the Golden Phase
• His later years, influence on contemporaries, and the legacy that still captivates audiences worldwide

A portrait of a man who transformed art by refusing to compromise — and who left behind a body of work that continues to glitter, provoke, and inspire.

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