Philosophy, Medicine and Jurisprudence were three Klimt paintings criticized for their radical themes and material. Considered pornographic, these paintings transformed traditional allegory and symbolism into a new language which was more overtly sexual, hence, more disturbing. Unfortunately, in May, 1945, all three paintings were destroyed by retreating SS forces.
Another example of Klimt paintings, meant to shake up the establishment, was the Nuda Verita. Completed in 1899, it pictured a starkly naked red-headed woman holding the mirror of truth. The quotation, "If you cannot please everyone with your deeds and your art, please a few. To please many is bad," was printed above the image.
The most renowned of Klimt paintings in 1902 was the Beethoven Frieze, featuring a monumental, polychromed sculpture by Max Klinger. It was painted directly on the walls using light materials. The face on the Beethoven portrait showed a resemblance to Gustav Mahler, with whom Klimt had a respectful relationship.
The first Grandma Moses paintings were made using house paint. They are classified as folk art, which is self-taught art. It is also often times referred to as primitive art. Grandma Moses was in her 70s when she began painting seriously. Her addition of glitter on her snow scenes where not considered artistic by many.
Simple pictures of family, church and community scenes, extolling the virtues of honesty and hard work were the focus of Grandma Moses paintings. These virtues are exemplified by Grandma Moses herself. It was an old kitchen table placed in a utility room that formed her art studio.
Grandma Moses paintings showcased homespun, country scenes which brought out wonderful feelings and memories for many people. Most of them were done on strong cardboard with a scale of 24" by 30" or lesser. They were portrayals of happy scenes from rural home life. They sometimes pictured herself as a small child. Among these paintings are a number of historical scenes, usually about her ancestors.
Another example of Klimt paintings, meant to shake up the establishment, was the Nuda Verita. Completed in 1899, it pictured a starkly naked red-headed woman holding the mirror of truth. The quotation, "If you cannot please everyone with your deeds and your art, please a few. To please many is bad," was printed above the image.
The most renowned of Klimt paintings in 1902 was the Beethoven Frieze, featuring a monumental, polychromed sculpture by Max Klinger. It was painted directly on the walls using light materials. The face on the Beethoven portrait showed a resemblance to Gustav Mahler, with whom Klimt had a respectful relationship.
The first Grandma Moses paintings were made using house paint. They are classified as folk art, which is self-taught art. It is also often times referred to as primitive art. Grandma Moses was in her 70s when she began painting seriously. Her addition of glitter on her snow scenes where not considered artistic by many.
Simple pictures of family, church and community scenes, extolling the virtues of honesty and hard work were the focus of Grandma Moses paintings. These virtues are exemplified by Grandma Moses herself. It was an old kitchen table placed in a utility room that formed her art studio.
Grandma Moses paintings showcased homespun, country scenes which brought out wonderful feelings and memories for many people. Most of them were done on strong cardboard with a scale of 24" by 30" or lesser. They were portrayals of happy scenes from rural home life. They sometimes pictured herself as a small child. Among these paintings are a number of historical scenes, usually about her ancestors.
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