Works

Part of a brand new series celebrating the works of great artists, The Works: Gustav Klimt is an exquisite exploration of 50 masterpieces from the celebrated Austrian painter, whose work continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

This volume presents 50 of Gustav Klimt's most iconic pieces in a striking, high-design book format.

From the shimmering golds and rich hues of The Kiss, to the intricate patterns of The Tree of Life, this book showcases the beauty and complexity of Klimt's style. Through detailed analyses of each artwork from acclaimed art historian Sally Grant, this is the ultimate introduction to Gustav Klimt.

Perfect for budding and seasoned art lovers, or anyone looking for a beautiful, bold book to adorn their shelves or coffee table, this volume is an essential tribute to a trailblazing icon of the Vienna Secession and Art Nouveau movements.

About the Author

Sally Grant is an art historian (PhD, 2013), curator and an arts, culture, and travel journalist. Her art criticism and other writing has appeared in publications such Artforum, Australian Book Review, Ms. Magazine, Hamptons Art Hub, and Australian Gourmet Traveller. She has also written for the Guggenheim blog and catalogue entries for the Post-War and Contemporary Art Department of Christie's New York.

Sally was born and raised in northeast Scotland, completed her BA (Hons) and PhD in Art History and Italian Studies at the University of Sydney and now lives and works in New York. She is an Honorary Research Associate of the Australasian Centre for Italian Studies, where her scholarly research focuses on the art and experience of eighteenth-century Venice and the Veneto villa.