Lady with Hat and Feather Boa
1909
Gustav Klimt captures a mysterious woman almost entirely swallowed by fashion in this striking 1909 portrait. She peers out from beneath a massive, dark hat topped with swirling purple feathers, her face framed by wild, reddish hair and rosy cheeks. A thick black fur boa hides her body, leaving only her enigmatic gaze and a glimpse of a white glove visible. In the shadowy background, you can spot a tiny horse figurine and hints of red bottles, adding to the intimate, cluttered atmosphere of Viennese high society. This piece marks a shift from his famous golden style toward bolder, flatter colors.
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- Oil paint
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- Canvas
Location: Belvedere Museum, Vienna
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