Lady with Fan Tapestry
Gustav Klimt (July 14, 1862 – February 6, 1918) was born in Austria, near Vienna. As an artist, he was a member of the Vienna Art Nouveau or Secession movement. Although much of the subjects and symbolism used in his works were once considered controversial, he is widely regarded today as one of his country’s most significant artists. Klimt’s Lady with Fan was painted near the end of his life (1917 – 1918). An informal portrait of an anonymous lady, she holds a fan while her dressing gown slips from one shoulder. The background is a true example of Art Nouveau style with its flowing curves and organic, floral motifs. The weavers of the Lady with Fan Tapestry have lovingly reproduced this masterwork in all its bold and glorious color.
This striking piece is available at Decor4u.com. Click on Tapestry Shop, then on by Famous Artists to view it. A dry cleanable tapestry, it is woven of pure cotton and is sized 49 inches wide by 53 inches high. It features a sleeve for use of a tapestry rod. Decor4u.com offers you a chance to save 5 percent on your purchase with their instant-savings coupon.
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