The Kiss by Gustav Klimt is one of the most recognized and reproduced paintings in the world. It is perhaps the most popular poster on student dorm walls from Beijing to Boston. Painted in Vienna ...

Image caption, The Kiss, Gustav Klimt, 1907-08, oil on canvas ... The clashing patterns dominate the print but they also contrast with the plain areas, drawing attention to the woman’s features ...

Gustav Klimt often used patterns in his paintings and murals. The Kiss (1907-8 ... The clashing patterns dominate the print but they also contrast with the plain areas, drawing attention to ...