The Works: Gustav Klimt

The Works: Gustav Klimt by Sally Grant is a richly informed art book that brings fresh clarity to one of modern art’s most recognisable painters. Written by an art historian and curator, Grant’s approach balances close-looking with lively context, making Klimt’s images feel newly immediate for readers who love art as much as they love ideas.

Through carefully chosen works, this illustrated guide explores Klimt’s visual language—ornament, pattern, intimacy and symbolism—while situating his practice within the cultural world that shaped it. Expect an intelligent, accessible read that rewards browsing yet also supports deeper study, whether you’re revisiting favourite paintings or meeting Klimt for the first time.

Perfect for fans of art history, modernism, Austrian art and museum-goers building a beautiful reference library, as well as students wanting a reliable, readable companion.

Add it to your shelf and spend time with Klimt’s world, one work at a time.