Gustav Klimt Quotes

A collection of quotes by Gustav Klimt.

Gustav Klimt (1862-1918) was an influential Austrian artist and a leading figure of the Vienna Secession movement. Renowned for his decorative and symbolic style, Klimt's artworks, including "The Kiss" and "Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I," showcased his fascination with the female form and intricate ornamentation. His unique combination of symbolism, eroticism, and luxurious details made him one of the most celebrated artists of his time. Klimt's works continue to captivate audiences and remain popular today due to their boldness and timeless beauty.

Sometimes I miss out the morning's painting session and inst

Sometimes I miss out the morning's painting session and instead study my Japanese books in the open.

Gustav Klimt


There is nothing that special to see when looking at me. I'm

There is nothing that special to see when looking at me. I'm a painter who paints day in day out, from morning till evening - figure pictures and landscapes, more rarely portraits.

Gustav Klimt

Morning

Whoever wants to know something about me - as an artist whic

Whoever wants to know something about me - as an artist which alone is significant - they should look attentively at my pictures and there seek to recognise what I am and what I want.

Gustav Klimt

Alone