The Virgin by Gustav Klimt. A swirling, colorful cluster of sleeping women draped in richly patterned textiles and floral ornaments against a dark background.

The Virgin

Gustav Klimt

1913 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A luminous masterpiece of the Vienna Secession featuring intertwined figures amidst a cascade of vibrant, ornamental patterns.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with lively force with a quiet gray register — holds a formal wall with confidence.

Often works in
Commercial Space · Living Room · Bedroom
Placement
Strong as a centered anchor on a clear wall
Walls
Best with clear wall contrast
Color notes
Soft gray, Charcoal black, Blue

About the piece

Painted in 1913, Gustav Klimt's 'The Virgin' represents the height of his decorative and allegorical style. The composition depicts a central figure surrounded by five other women, all enveloped in a mosaic-like arrangement of spiraling patterns, vibrant florals, and flowing robes that exemplify the artist's unique blend of sensuality and modern ornamentation.