Study Task 1- Image, Idea, Context

Gustav Klimt-"The Kiss"
IMAGE- The image shows 2 people in a warm embrace. It uses paint and the characteristic gold leaf. I like the contrast of the swirls and and rectanconal boxes. It also includes the element of the flowers which is prominent within art nouveau.
IDEA- This piece is extremely elaborate. It is enthasising the theme of fragility which through art nouveau is shown as beauty. This is done through the body language and the size of the figures).
CONTEXT- I believe that this is a prime example of the art nouveau movement work. It perfectly illustrates the typical ornamentation and decoration associated with this movement creating something very striking.

I chose this illustration because I have always been interested in art nouveau and this was the first piece that caught my eye. I like the contrast between the abstract patterns and the beautiful and detailed pale skin. I also like how the background isn't plain but not overly patterned so therefore the people remain the focus.