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Gustav Klimt, Death and Life, 1911, (fine art photo paper print, 78 cm x 89 cm)

SKU:  P-187932-2

Gustav Klimt, Death and Life, 1911, (fine art photo paper print, 78 cm x 89 cm)

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Gustav Klimt's creation, "Death and Life," emerged onto the canvas between 1910 and 1911. This masterpiece portrays a group of figures, among them an elderly woman personifying death and a youthful woman embodying life. These two entities are intricately entwined amidst a diverse array of other figures, some seemingly in torment, while others appear resigned to their destinies.

Klimt's fascination with symbolism and the intricate interplay of life and death is evident in this artwork. The elderly death figure is portrayed with a somber countenance, draped in a mourning black cloak, whereas the younger representation of life exudes serenity, clad in a flowing, pristine white robe. Their tender embrace signifies a profound connection between these contrasting forces.

The background figures within the painting represent a spectrum of ages and states of being. Some contort in agony, symbolizing the trials and tribulations of life, while others exhibit an acceptance of death's inevitability. Klimt's signature intricate patterns and lavish use of gold leaf contribute to the painting's opulence and intricate layers of meaning.

"Death and Life" stands as one of Klimt's most significant artistic achievements and resides in the Leopold Museum in Vienna, Austria. The artwork has sparked extensive interpretation and analysis, with some interpreting it as a reflection on the perpetual cycle of life and death, while others perceive it as an exploration of the intertwined themes of love and mortality. 

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Materials

Cotton canvas, matte photo paper, fine art paper, pigmented inks.

  • The canvas it's 99 % cotton, 450 gr/sqm;
  • The matte photo paper it's acid-free (archival paper), 190 gr/sqm;
  • The fine art photo paper it's satinated (semi-glossy), 140 gr/sqm.

Shipping & Returns

Dispatching time: 1-2 days.

* AirMail option: The orders will be sent by priority registered mail, usually via client National Post (USPS, Canada Post, Royal Mail, LaPoste, Deutsche Post, PostNL, etc). The delivery times are not guaranteed, sometimes it will take longer and these are beyond our control. Tracking number will be provided. Clients from US and Canada cannot track the parcels as the tracking numbers are not rolled in USPS and Canada Post systems.

* UPS standard: The orders will be sent with UPS expedited option. The delivery time it's between 5-11 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

* UPS express: : The orders will be sent with UPS express saver. The delivery time it's between 4-7 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

Framing tips

Both type of materials, paper and canvas prints come rolled and will be need to be taken to your local framers.

The image it's printed with a border of 0.6 " (1.5 cm), for framing purposes only.

If you have already a frame, be sure you send us the exact size of the print that will fit inside the frame. We're printing on vectorial plotters so the size could slightly be more or less with 0.4" (1 cm).

If you plan to have the canvas print stretched on wooden frame, you'll need additional border, so please let us know after placing the order.

The images above was cropped from the image at the biggest size available (keeping the best quality and aspect /ratio), so, for good details please choose biggest dimensions that will suit your preferences / space.

Care Instructions

The print media (canvas or photo paper) could be cleaned only with a dry, soft cloth.

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