“Klimt Exhibition: Vienna and Japan 1900,” bringing together masterpieces by Gustav Klimt, the painter representative of fin-de-siècle Vienna.
Commemorating the 100th anniversary of Klimt’s death, this exhibition is a precious opportunity gathering more than 25 Klimt oil paintings—the most ever for an exhibition held in Japan.
The entrance sign is finished in pure gold leaf, inviting you into Klimt’s golden-shining world of works. *During the run, photography at the gallery entrance is not permitted
This exhibition is planned and composed under the supervision of the “Belvedere Museum Vienna,” known for the world’s finest Klimt collection in both quality and quantity, including 《The Kiss》.
Moriz Nähr 《Gustav Klimt Holding a Cat, in front of his studio at Josefstädter Strasse 21》Gustav Klimt 《Portrait of Helene Klimt》 1898Gustav Klimt 《Nuda Veritas (Naked Truth)》 1899Gustav Klimt 《Nuda Veritas (Naked Truth)》 *detailGustav Klimt 《Judith I》 1901Gustav Klimt 《Judith I》 *detailGustav Klimt, study for 《Medicine》 1897-98Study for 《Medicine》 *detailGustav Klimt 《Family》Gustav Klimt 《The Three Ages of Woman》 1905Gustav Klimt 《Portrait of Eugenia Primavesi》 1913/1914《Portrait of Eugenia Primavesi》 *detailGustav Klimt 《Portrait of the Deceased Son Otto Zimmermann》 1902Gustav Klimt 《Old Man on His Deathbed》 1899–1900Installation viewGustav Klimt 《Woman in White》Right: Poster for the 6th Vienna Secession ExhibitionGustav Klimt 《Female Friends I (The Sisters)》 1907Installation viewGustav Klimt 《Baby (Cradle)》 1917Gustav Klimt 《Schloss Kammer on the Attersee III》 1909-1910Gustav Klimt 《After the Rain (Garden with Chickens in St. Agatha)》 1898Georg Klimt / Gustav Klimt 《Dancer》 c. 1904Georg Klimt / Gustav Klimt 《Dancer》 c. 1904Hans Makart 《Decorative Bouquet》Gustav Klimt 《Will-o’-the-Wisp》 1903
The 34-Meter-Long Mural 《Beethoven Frieze》
The 34-meter-long mural 《Beethoven Frieze》 created by Klimt.
In this exhibition, its display at the Vienna Secession building is reproduced through a replica.
The room of the mural 《Beethoven Frieze》
The mural 《Beethoven Frieze》, exceeding 34 meters in length, is a major work Klimt created around age 40.
Gustav Klimt 《Beethoven Frieze》 1984 (full-size reproduction)
A knight armored in golden armor heads toward the enemy in search of happiness, and the journey to reaching paradise unfolds like a picture scroll. This mural, inspired by Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9, concludes with a chorus of angels and the kiss of a man and woman.
Directional speakers are installed, and when you go to a certain spot, Beethoven’s Ninth…
Speaking of music, the audio guide by special supporter Goro Inagaki was also good.
Classical music related to the works plays as BGM, so you can immerse yourself in a pleasant world through your ears too.
Using materials such as gold, glass, and mother-of-pearl to express joy within radiance, the frieze is truly a masterpiece representative of Klimt’s “golden style” era.
Gustav Klimt 《Beethoven Frieze》 1984 (full-size reproduction)
Original Goods
The substantial product lineup at the special goods shop is surely a big part of enjoying this exhibition.
Choosing is sure to become a real pleasure. I’ve compiled it in the article below, so please take a look.
An exhibition where you can immerse yourself thoroughly in Klimt’s world. A really fine show!
The post-viewing photo spot was first class too.
This is a collaboration project between the gold-leaf (Kanazawa-leaf) maker “Hakuichi (HAKUICHI),” headquartered in Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture, and the Klimt Exhibition. The radiance of pure gold is a dazzling beauty—surprising at first sight.
The title logo at the entrance was also finished in pure gold leaf—the same work by Hakuichi as the photo spot.
Also, by viewing this together with “Vienna Modern: Klimt, Schiele, and the Road to the End of the Century,” held at the same time at The National Art Center, Tokyo, you’ll surely gain a deeper art experience.
