Johanna Staude
1917
Klimt painted this portrait of Johanna Staude in 1917, leaving it unfinished when he died the following year. You can see a dramatic shift from his famous gold-leaf days here; the electric blue and purple patterns of her coat clash brilliantly with the fiery orange background. That massive black fur collar frames her face like a dark halo, while the loose, sketchy brushstrokes give the piece a raw, modern energy. It’s a fascinating glimpse into how the master was evolving right at the end of his life.
- Technique
- Oil painting
Location: Belvedere Museum, Vienna
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