The Kiss by Gustav Klimt: Great Art Explained

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  • @GreatArtExplained
    @GreatArtExplained  3 роки тому +88

    Please leave a comment (even a short one) and "like" the video. It really helps promote the channel on UA-cam. I appreciate it! James

    • @bethbartlett5692
      @bethbartlett5692 2 роки тому +2

      I'm enjoying these video descriptions so. my 3rd today ...
      Appreciate your work and sharing.
      Best Regards,
      Beth
      Tennessee, USA

  • @michaelluther3884
    @michaelluther3884 3 роки тому +3479

    I never thought I would be the kind of person to care about art and art history. These videos have awakened a curiosity in me that I thought was dead. Thank you.

    • @GreatArtExplained
      @GreatArtExplained  3 роки тому +62

      Thanks 🙏

    • @Lottieloves287
      @Lottieloves287 3 роки тому +65

      You should go to the Louvre. It’s amazing. I was not much of a fan of art until I stood at the Louvre in front of some of these paintings with tears in my eyes. Some art just moves and inspires you. I highly recommend it.

    • @MF-pj9xv
      @MF-pj9xv 3 роки тому +14

      for real i feel the same!

    • @joejoe2658
      @joejoe2658 3 роки тому +2

      NEEERD!!!!!!

    • @Wyman642
      @Wyman642 3 роки тому +33

      Me too! Grew up a poor Tex-Mex kid. I now sponsor this program on Patreon. I encourage others to do so as well. This high quality of programming is rare. Been to museums all over the world as an adult and have learned more about art from this program than any other source.

  • @snookums999
    @snookums999 3 роки тому +1216

    When the world needed him the most, he returned.

    • @GreatArtExplained
      @GreatArtExplained  3 роки тому +56

      Ha! Thanks Thena 🙏

    • @juansoto3469
      @juansoto3469 3 роки тому +6

      Iconic

    • @sandylynn7343
      @sandylynn7343 3 роки тому +2

      Whoever is reading this,
      I hope you have a great day!
      Here is some artist inspiration for you 🎨 ✨
      ua-cam.com/video/gHi-OYi570s/v-deo.html

    • @jeanettegant4945
      @jeanettegant4945 3 роки тому +4

      I was also in Vienna in 2012 and I saw the amazing exhibition celebrating all the artists mentioned in this video. I can't remember where it was. There was a bench, and my Mum sat on it for a rest, then we realised is was actually a piece of art.

    • @cuauhtemocmorisco3493
      @cuauhtemocmorisco3493 3 роки тому

      He was our Savior and our Lord🤣🤣🤣

  • @croatianshiftry
    @croatianshiftry 3 роки тому +1241

    I was in Vienna as a 17 year old teenager, when I first faced this beautiful painting. After gazing at it for 30minutes I realized, how little of art I comprehend or feel. After visiting the Castle Belevedere my soul opened up the to arts and I started devoting my life to literature, music and art. This painting is very dear to me and thank you Mr. Payne for taking me to a trip to my warmest memories!

    • @GreatArtExplained
      @GreatArtExplained  3 роки тому +26

      Thanks for the comment 🙏

    • @frywan
      @frywan 3 роки тому

      We

    • @andohlea
      @andohlea 3 роки тому +6

      Same! I happened to be 19 at the time…very formative moment seeing this in person!

    • @shawndavidclare294
      @shawndavidclare294 3 роки тому +5

      Brilliant!

    • @torinowak436
      @torinowak436 2 роки тому +5

      I relate to this so much. Seeing this work in person is a life altering experience. It was the first piece of art I’ve ever seen that instantly brought tears to my eyes. The way the light reflects off of it…it’s scale… the emotion in the piece… it’s unbelievable.

  • @clary_delune
    @clary_delune 3 роки тому +1027

    It feels illegal to watch these videos for free. They are art masterpieces in their own ways.

  • @Mrstik
    @Mrstik 3 роки тому +916

    Every episode is gold. You are legitimately teaching me to better appreciate art and I'm very grateful for this.

  • @hondacrat4339
    @hondacrat4339 2 роки тому +115

    what I love about this painting is how he is showing true adoration of the woman by kissing her on the cheek. It looks like they are wrapped in a blanket after love making and the glow on her face is one of almost reverence, she looks like a lady of class by the look of her hair/makeup/skin she doesn't look like she works but she seems so sweet in her face which seems almost like a distinct contrast to the situation of love making... this painter loved women and gave them the ability to be women who make and enjoy love making and at the same time keep their innocence, goodness.

    • @andfrogstoo
      @andfrogstoo 2 роки тому +14

      You described him well, lol. Watching this I kinda thought he was a jerk who wouldn't settle down with a woman, but be intimate with them. Still kinda think that's the case, he was probably incapable/scared as the orator said. But also your description of him as a lover of women freeing them to explore themselves while retaining their purity is really good, too

  • @keithmorel2964
    @keithmorel2964 3 роки тому +251

    The cross references to other artists, influences and changing culture of the time give your docs an extra dimension not to mention your wonderful take on details that would or could otherwise go unquestioned. Thank you very much

  • @kvr8286
    @kvr8286 3 роки тому +278

    If all art history were taught in the way these videos are I would have majored in art history. Endlessly fascinating and wonderfully presented. Thank you!

  • @aiyannaboykins7888
    @aiyannaboykins7888 3 роки тому +151

    I learn more from these than the online art courses I've taken in college.
    They weren't terrible classes, but they'd talk briefly about different artists.
    Basically they'd be like "Here's an artist, here's what their work looks like, now study these vocabulary words for the quiz".
    It hurts especially because I'm an artist myself, I love learning about other artist's thought processes and their techniques.
    Anyway, your videos help me understand and appreciate artist's work even more.

    • @GreatArtExplained
      @GreatArtExplained  3 роки тому +11

      Thanks 🙏

    • @MegaTinni
      @MegaTinni 3 роки тому +1

      are you a painter?

    • @aiyannaboykins7888
      @aiyannaboykins7888 3 роки тому +3

      @@MegaTinni I'm a cartoonist, but I love learning about different artists from different eras and movements.

    • @mira-sturdivant
      @mira-sturdivant Рік тому

      same. i've taken college courses off-and-on over the past decade and they've all been like this, but in recent years, they've been including youtube videos like this to make up for their own lack of insightful content.

  • @coachhousechambers2047
    @coachhousechambers2047 3 роки тому +195

    Another triumph!
    All I can really add isn't about art, rather the points you made about music. A lot of Viennese composers fled Vienna in the 30s because of the Nazis. They ended up in Hollywood. Thats why so much of the music we think as 'cinematic' is so reminiscent of 1930s Viennese opera. That huge brassy sound with all the tropes like leitmotifs for each character. That would have been very familiar to an inter war Viennese audience.

  • @alialluaibi3008
    @alialluaibi3008 3 роки тому +80

    I love how you intorduce not only the painting history but a brief history about the artist and the era they lived in !

  • @Ferdinand314
    @Ferdinand314 3 роки тому +165

    Great job, James! I'm persuaded by the argument that the couple is Orfeo and Eurydice, perched on the edge of the Underworld, as her toes strain to hold on. That would explain the tension in her feet. This painting comes across as the opposite of platonic; it's one of the most passionate images I've ever seen, quite overwhelming (I've seen it at the Belvedere. ) You know, I'd happily watch a longer video; the description of the materials Klimt used is fascinating.

    • @GreatArtExplained
      @GreatArtExplained  3 роки тому +43

      Thanks for the comment - so much of this is theory as Klimt never discussed his work - I like putting forward different ideas to consider.

    • @rmuller366
      @rmuller366 3 роки тому +5

      @@GreatArtExplained And we are blessed because of it. Thank you for sharing and all your hard work James. I love Klimt’s paintings. I enjoy the mystery of his work and that he didn’t discuss it much. I’m sharing your channel with all my artist friends on UA-cam. Blessings to you!

    • @christelwilk6166
      @christelwilk6166 3 роки тому +1

      I so agree with you about this being one of the most passionate images I have seen. Your comment actually made me realise this. Thanks.

    • @Ferdinand314
      @Ferdinand314 3 роки тому

      @@christelwilk6166 My pleasure! I hope you get to see it at The Belvedere. It's an amazing experience.

  • @homestarrunner-e9d
    @homestarrunner-e9d 3 роки тому +100

    I enjoy how you blend in the biographical, historical, social, and artistic aspects of the painting. I remember first seeing one of his painting as a student in Chicago. I wonder how much interest people would have if he hadn't used gold in his works. Thanks for another interesting video!

  • @JP-oe6pw
    @JP-oe6pw 3 роки тому +43

    Please, please, please do not stop making these videos. The 15 min format is perfect. I truly feel inspired after every one. I've learnt so much. Why did I choose to be an accountant, my whole adult life has been shit.

  • @luadmo4117
    @luadmo4117 3 роки тому +18

    the gaudy background of the kiss shows everything else falling away when one is in a lover's embrace

  • @imtolssevenfriends5857
    @imtolssevenfriends5857 9 днів тому +1

    A long time ago, I saw the original painting of Klimt's Kiss at the Belvedere Museum in Vienna, Austria, while traveling. The emotion of gold was so overwhelming that I couldn't explain it from what I had seen in books before. I'm glad to hear a detailed explanation here.

  • @XDXD-cw4tm
    @XDXD-cw4tm 3 роки тому +93

    Please... please keep making these video. I love every single one of them!

  • @vondahe
    @vondahe 3 роки тому +514

    The Kiss is the single most beautiful painting I have ever seen. I was surprised, however, to hear that it was sexual. Perhaps I’m too naive but I see nothing sexual in it at all. The kiss describes - better than any book - the nature of falling in love. We become infatuated, develop a passion which eventually overpowers us and forces us to succumb and give ourselves to the other person, not knowing for sure if the other person is really who and what we imagine in this this momentary state of delightful insanity.
    One thing that always struck me was how all the beautiful and partially abstract decorations around the kissing couple just fade away when I look into this painting. I can step back and observe them as illustrations of how the intoxicating love feels in our hearts, minds and bodies - but the kiss draws me back in again.
    The painting Judith, on the other had oozes eroticism and doesn’t really tickle my fancy. Looking at that, I feel like I’m suddenly becoming part of the intercourse she seems to be having. Too much for me.

    • @GreatArtExplained
      @GreatArtExplained  3 роки тому +35

      Mine is only an opinion - I’m not saying I’m right - thanks for watching 🙏

    • @firehorse2008
      @firehorse2008 3 роки тому +35

      I can relate. To me it seems that the lovers are being surrounded by Love. Love being Gold. Almost like they are drowning in a sea of gold or passion. 💗

    • @TAdams-hx9lk
      @TAdams-hx9lk 2 роки тому +27

      This is not a woman engaged with the embrace. She is holding her face away, her hand is taut and twisted, her feet awkward. Her body is not open and receptive but closing and shrinking away. Not what I would interpret as romantic at all!

    • @Sally-bw7hp
      @Sally-bw7hp 2 роки тому +8

      @@TAdams-hx9lk and his hands by her face, as if to control her..

    • @tmhwriter
      @tmhwriter 2 роки тому +12

      @@GreatArtExplained I appreciate your humility. It's so unusual these days. Thank you for the video.

  • @Tanya-pc9ir
    @Tanya-pc9ir 3 роки тому +51

    To create art of this caliber takes…what it takes 🙂 To deliver it to the “masses” the way you do is no small feat. One person act - a researcher, script writer, narrator, director and editor - you’re an artist in your own right. Thank you for elevating my soul…Every. Single. Time!!!

  • @bellemonroy4135
    @bellemonroy4135 3 роки тому +16

    It made me see how man’s talent can become part of us in our quest to further enhance our own fantasies and submit to another form.

  • @Coloss1.23
    @Coloss1.23 3 роки тому +9

    These brief 15 minute documentaries on artists and their art are masterpieces in their own way. The way you combine history, theory, methods, music, and inspiration with each artist certainly helps to transcend each canvas, frame, and paint.

  • @dafthappiness1327
    @dafthappiness1327 3 роки тому +13

    Thank you SO MUCH for this video. As a lover of Klimt who has never been able to see his work in person, I’ve always wondered how much of it was visible reflective gold. Photographs don’t do it justice. Watching this video has really helped me understand and appreciate it even more

  • @SomeDaysYoureBarbra
    @SomeDaysYoureBarbra 3 роки тому +29

    I have only come across one artist in my life that brings out the sort of fascination that Klimt brings out in me. It's a physical feeling in my chest and brain - a stirring of some kind. His paintings are so perfect, so beautiful, that it's almost hypnotizing when I look at them. It's hard to explain because it happens so seldom.
    Rembrandt, with his unmatched use of light, is the other artist.

  • @Dawn-bl8ze
    @Dawn-bl8ze 3 роки тому +205

    Every time you post I feel like I’ve been blessed. Honestly, the caliber of content which we have at our hands today is so incredible, and people still choose to mindlessly consume tiktok 🤢
    thank you for enriching my mind & soul with your films, I just absolutely adore them. 🙏🏻 they are soulful, poetic, enlightening, and so moving.

    • @GreatArtExplained
      @GreatArtExplained  3 роки тому +13

      Thanks for such a nice comment - I appreciate it 🙏

    • @joejoe2658
      @joejoe2658 3 роки тому +2

      a great point, made less so by filling it with emojis... but yes, amazing channel :)

    • @ranger607
      @ranger607 3 роки тому

      🙏

  • @aredna7889
    @aredna7889 2 роки тому +4

    When I first saw the kiss, I didn't think much about it. But when someone asked me what my favorite painting is, The Kiss suddenly become so vibrant in my brain. It's captivating, it's romantic, and she is an enigma that keeps making me come back to her. Thank you so much for making this video!

  • @trankhoa9282
    @trankhoa9282 3 роки тому +52

    Thanks to the algorithm for bringing this gift to me and everybody!

  • @jeffgross3779
    @jeffgross3779 3 роки тому +61

    Another stunning video! I've been patiently waiting for this one and I wasn't disappointed.

  • @grantveebeejay535
    @grantveebeejay535 3 роки тому +9

    This painting was mentioned to me by a young colleague yesterday in context of a film Woman in Gold. I am so happy to have watched this presentation. Even odder that it came up in my recommendations on UA-cam. Or maybe not!

  • @mariaholz
    @mariaholz 24 дні тому +1

    I especially love it when you talk about a painting i don’t like and make me view it differently

  • @Retrochick330
    @Retrochick330 3 роки тому +11

    Such a wealth of information! I sympathize with Klimt’s cause of tearing down the divisions between fine art and crafts. I think that fine art and handwork and fashion design all belong to the same mother. I love when artists champion all art. Thank you for another treasure of a video!

  • @yoongles1316
    @yoongles1316 3 роки тому +36

    Yes! Finally Gustav Klimt. Thank you
    The new intro is great!

  • @SquidKing
    @SquidKing 3 роки тому +19

    After all the times I've seen The Kiss and listened to Mahler's Adagietto, I never realised how well they work when put together. Thanks for this video!!!!

    • @GreatArtExplained
      @GreatArtExplained  3 роки тому +4

      Yes they do - Thanks!

    • @gbo.0682
      @gbo.0682 3 роки тому

      @@GreatArtExplained I have the same picture, how much does it cost?

  • @venice9438
    @venice9438 3 роки тому +8

    Another video of the highest quality. Thank you so very much James, these videos have been a great comfort.

  • @christopherodonoghue3858
    @christopherodonoghue3858 3 роки тому +6

    I honestly couldn't even name any painting apart from the Mona Lisa before discovering this channel. Now I've bought books on Frida Kahlo, cubism and I'm planning a holiday to Europe next year just to see some of these works, and I'm going to hopefully take up some medium of art in the new year. Considering art was my least favourite subject in school by miles and miles, I can't believe how much these videos have transformed my perspective.
    Thank you Sir!

    • @GreatArtExplained
      @GreatArtExplained  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks for watching 🙏

    • @gbo.0682
      @gbo.0682 3 роки тому +1

      @@GreatArtExplained I have the same picture, how much does it cost?

  • @Mosaic631
    @Mosaic631 3 роки тому +38

    This is one of the best channels I’ve ever come across. The production value is just phenomenal. Please keep them coming!

  • @recklessprejudice
    @recklessprejudice 3 роки тому +29

    This is so beautiful and articulate. I've grown to love and appreciate art history because of this channel!
    Always looking forward to your posts! 💛

  • @S.Waters.
    @S.Waters. 3 роки тому +24

    I was just thinking about The Kiss this past evening, it’s one of my very favorite pieces of art. Thank you so much for this video.

  • @PulpHouseHorror
    @PulpHouseHorror 3 роки тому +11

    So ridiculously beautiful, both the art and the exploration. Thank you for these beautiful experiences.

  • @zzso01
    @zzso01 3 роки тому +6

    i've loved klimt's work in a superficial way for years. so cool to have been introduced to so much of his life and inspirations in 15 mins. thank you!

  • @briandubois-gilbert8182
    @briandubois-gilbert8182 3 роки тому +13

    That is simply as powerful, deep and moving insight as befitting Klimt and his art. Great explanation indeed for great art-that broadens our understanding and appreciation of his work. Thank you.

  • @fishlemonade2114
    @fishlemonade2114 Рік тому +2

    adagietto from mahler 5th is such a lovely choice of music for a painting like this. Wonderful

  • @jamespkinsella5018
    @jamespkinsella5018 3 роки тому +18

    With a relaxed cup of coffee here in Vienna, I thoroughly enjoyed your presentation, thank you.

  • @aberdeenabernathy1638
    @aberdeenabernathy1638 3 роки тому +3

    Cinematic. When I crop out of full screen, it feels like the ending of a movie, the moment where the lights are turned on again.

  • @Hankon857
    @Hankon857 3 роки тому +14

    It’s a joy to watch this beautiful video. You’ve made my day. Thank you James, as always.

  • @waffles1ca
    @waffles1ca Місяць тому +1

    In 2018 my wife and I travelled to NYC , while there we visited a gallery to see the Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer, we had time alone with that painting, it was amazing. Enjoy the world we live in!

  • @normadesmond6017
    @normadesmond6017 2 роки тому +3

    I have a dear friend who went to Vienna by train (We'r from the Netherlands) to see this painting and went back home at the end of the day. A day well spent!

  • @lp.shakur
    @lp.shakur 2 роки тому +8

    as an Austrian I am really thankful that someone respects our history that much and wants to educate the world about it
    thank you ☺️

  • @petronellapiper3432
    @petronellapiper3432 3 роки тому +6

    He is one of my favourite artists and I’m so glad I was able to learn more about him as a person and an artist with this video

  • @SuperMorriso
    @SuperMorriso 3 роки тому +5

    You deserve a Nobel, an Oscar and a Pulitzer for a perfect report on the science of visual art

  • @georgeatte788
    @georgeatte788 3 роки тому +11

    Saw the painting in person and was mesmerised by how shiny it was !
    You guys are doing amazing works , I really appreciated the Rothko video too

  • @a-complished4406
    @a-complished4406 3 роки тому +4

    I just came back from NYC, where I went exclusively to see art. Your series helped me to see beyond the canvases. Knowledge is power.

  • @andrewgavinet9595
    @andrewgavinet9595 3 роки тому +9

    Keep up the great work dude, you’ve exposed millions to the beauty and importance of art in our lives

  • @zapphiere
    @zapphiere 3 роки тому +9

    I imagine this painting to look absolutetly stuning IRL. I hope one day I can see it in person

  • @oliverjrcameron
    @oliverjrcameron 3 роки тому +21

    Incredible as usual. I love seeing the quality of the editing improve as your channel progresses but the quality of the content has been fantastic from the start. Your videos are so engaging and enjoyable to watch and I feel my appreciation of art has improved so much because of your work. Thank you so much for making these James

  • @rogersurridge96
    @rogersurridge96 3 роки тому +5

    A fantastic little lesson with everything we need to know: Klimt's back story, historical context, technique, meaning… Great work.

  • @gianlucadelfino4636
    @gianlucadelfino4636 3 роки тому +8

    Thank you for the high quality content that you constantly provide. It is outstanding work. Please, continue to make these videos and never stop.

  • @silviam.8530
    @silviam.8530 3 роки тому +4

    Radical, to say the least. Exqusite.
    The Vienna Secession reminded me of the Impressionists back in France. Astounding artists all of them, ahead of their time.
    Rich in detail video.

  • @danniinp
    @danniinp 3 роки тому +9

    Everytime there's a new video it feels like a lesson... Your video should be played in academic courses... Thank you for sharing and teaching us.

  • @StephiSensei26
    @StephiSensei26 3 роки тому +4

    Gustav Klimt's paintings and Gustav Mahler's music, it's almost too much beauty to be bathed in, in 15 minutes,...almost. Beautiful.

  • @joshie1984
    @joshie1984 2 роки тому +6

    Something I have always mused about towards this painting is that it represents Ariadne and Dionysus.
    Dionysus the god of ecstasy, who is of legend represented by and pictured with a wreath of Ivy on his head (Ivy in ancient Greece representing vigour, life and fidelity) fell in love with Ariadne and placed a crown of 7 diamonds on her head (7 white flowers on her hair in the painting).
    When Ariadne died, Zeus took the crown and placed the diamonds into the sky forming the constellation we now call “Corona Borealis” (which incidentally is in the exact semi-circular shape of the 5 blue flowers at the bottom of the woman's hair).. obviously just my thoughts, but this painting has always conjured that story up for me.
    This theory of mine is further backed up by the fact that Klimt was very interested in the art of Greek antiquity, especially in his early career.
    Another notable thing, I think, is that the male is painted deliberately phallic, the neck is too long, thick and the head is shaped like a bulbous glans, perhaps accounting for the look of ecstasy on the womans face!
    Just my 10 cents!

  • @Hellismary
    @Hellismary 3 роки тому +51

    I had no idea Klimt was so adverse to intimacy cause his paintings say otherwise, very interesting 🧐!

    • @thuhuong8838
      @thuhuong8838 3 роки тому +5

      Maybe in the context of our modern day, we pretty much open minded so we don’t see the overwhelming sexual undertones of his work like the critics during his lifetime?

    • @fickdeinstyle
      @fickdeinstyle 3 роки тому +16

      @AAH Replies Sex and Intimacy aren't the same thing

  • @beenc0_885
    @beenc0_885 3 роки тому +9

    ive seen this painting everywhere, but knowing the man behind it opens many doors. it meant almost nothing before, but now, your analysis has made it mean everything. great video!

  • @sleepcycle8032
    @sleepcycle8032 3 роки тому +8

    Just when I was searching for something to watch before bed. So happy to see another video, thank you for all of your hard work putting these together!

    • @GreatArtExplained
      @GreatArtExplained  3 роки тому +3

      Thanks 🙏

    • @gbo.0682
      @gbo.0682 3 роки тому +1

      @@GreatArtExplained I have the same picture, how much does it cost?

  • @followthatstargirl824
    @followthatstargirl824 3 роки тому +6

    Visited Vienna just to see Der Kiss. Fell in love with the painting, as well as with the city. Vienna felt like home ❤
    Thanks, James! Appreciate your passion for the arts. Sending you love from Manila 😊

  • @lauraAnduquia
    @lauraAnduquia 25 днів тому +1

    Such a beautiful documentary ❤❤❤

  • @jaybugo
    @jaybugo 3 роки тому +23

    My first time ever seeing "The Kiss" was in the anime Elfen Lied, where the intro animation intertwines the lead character in Klimt's pieces. Always loved the artwork but never knew until recently that it was a famous painting. After having watched this video, I want to re-watch Elfen Lied and discover the meaning behind it.

  • @Pragadeshp
    @Pragadeshp 3 роки тому +3

    one of my favourite channels on youtube right now, you have helped me into deepening my love for art even more, thank you so much for your work :)

  • @joaopauloadamerodrigues7432
    @joaopauloadamerodrigues7432 3 роки тому +32

    Every video is a masterpiece about a masterpiece. I never thought I would enjoy so much to learn about art and artists, thank you James. If I may make a sugestion, would be great to learn more about Cabanel's The Fallen Angel.

  • @river8142
    @river8142 3 роки тому +7

    Holy shit, this video in itself felt like an experience. I can't wait to watch more from this channel

  • @luukmol8851
    @luukmol8851 3 роки тому +3

    Really appriciate the effort you put in these videos. You remind people without art knowledge how complex and beautiful art can be. And people with art knowledge how simple and beautiful art can be. And that.. is art. Bravo.

  • @donnaparison3110
    @donnaparison3110 3 роки тому +4

    The background of this painting is so interesting. I love the gold leaf and the beautiful colours and composition of this painting. So spectacular. Thank you for this video.

  • @towerbridge567
    @towerbridge567 3 роки тому +6

    Visited the Belvedere today and then this comes up. Great way to reflect all the impressions of the day. Thank you!

  • @Johnnydoesnotsin
    @Johnnydoesnotsin 3 роки тому +10

    James is back at it again. Thank you soo much for this James😀😀

    • @GreatArtExplained
      @GreatArtExplained  3 роки тому +3

      Thanks 🙏

    • @gbo.0682
      @gbo.0682 3 роки тому +1

      @@GreatArtExplained I have the same picture, how much does it cost?

  • @glennmcgee1729
    @glennmcgee1729 3 роки тому +6

    As an ardent fan of Klimt, your review delving into possible origins of this painting are quite compelling.

  • @catrin1313
    @catrin1313 3 роки тому +1

    Honestly I always think ahhhhaa now here is a painter I DO know loads about... then I watch Great Art Explained and understand soooo much more :-)

  • @victoriawanderman3589
    @victoriawanderman3589 2 роки тому +4

    I just discovered your channel and I Love it! In college I majored in history and minored in art history studying art history made my studies in history more complete. Unfortunately, I have not used this learning in the adult part of my life, your videos have reawakened my love for learning about art one masterpiece at a time! Thank You!!

  • @katkalocova
    @katkalocova 3 роки тому +5

    A great video, yet again. I, too, feel that your take on the individual pieces of art presents a wholesome and yet concise view of he times, the author and the art piece itself without overwhelming the viewer. Thank you so much, I feel like I'm finally catching up on some much needed education on this subject.

  • @janetclaireSays
    @janetclaireSays 2 роки тому +13

    The man in the painting isn't merely wearing "a crown of vines," it looks like a laurel wreath, which symbolizes triumph. It could mean that he won his conquest. That also fits with the masculine print of his garment. I always thought of this painting as a depiction of Yin and Yang. This painting has been a part of my life since I was in my early 20s when I bought a large mounted art print of this painting as part of a vintage poster for a Gustav Klimt gallery show. If my children see this painting anywhere they say, "Look Mom, your painting!"

  • @cristinedean1015
    @cristinedean1015 3 роки тому +4

    I am in love with these. Before I watched your videos I would view art as some paint and brushes but now I see it as something more. It is like every art piece has a story and every artist has a past. Thank you for these videos. I love watching them when I paint :-)

  • @reenougle
    @reenougle 3 роки тому +7

    Always been a lover of Klimt's art but had no idea about his goldsmith father and the ambiguity of The Kiss. Hiw exciting to learn these new facts!!

  • @rohitas1042
    @rohitas1042 Рік тому

    Every episode is gold, and some element in story or the painting or the artist almost always moves me to tears. Art gave me a lot of purpose in life and it's great to see these very well put videos giving insight into art history and paintings around the world.

  • @hongjianwang3456
    @hongjianwang3456 3 роки тому +3

    The beginning of this video immediately reminded me of the fun fact that every album of Naxos's Mahler cycle has a Klimt's artwork as its cover. It's really spot-on to link the two Gustavs together.

  • @men_del12
    @men_del12 3 роки тому +2

    Wow.....the story is beautiful....it's so good to hear how much he truly had done to the painting.

  • @DaphnieChong
    @DaphnieChong 3 роки тому +4

    Thanks for featuring one of my favourite painters! As usual, keep up the good work!

  • @KevinContreras2013
    @KevinContreras2013 3 роки тому +1

    I hope you never stop making these videos. Your knowledge about art always amazes me, and you're doing such a great service bringing it out there for artists and non-artists alike. Thank you so very much!

  • @bepinkfloyd814
    @bepinkfloyd814 3 роки тому +8

    Damn man the music you use in your videos is always sooo good and fitting. An amazing video As usual :D

  • @MariaMartinez-jb3zn
    @MariaMartinez-jb3zn 2 роки тому +2

    I love your rhetoric… you make the art come alive with history of it as well as the artist involved…so tasteful. Thank you 🙏🏽 much appreciated. 👍🏽🙋🏻‍♀️Mia

  • @andytaylor5476
    @andytaylor5476 3 роки тому +4

    I first saw "The Kiss" as a poster in 1973 (college) and bought it to hang in my dorm room. It stirred an interest in Art History and I took courses on Impressionism, Post Impression, Art Nouveau, Vienna Succession, etc. You shed new light in your presentations and it reawakens my love for the Arts. Thank you!

  • @samyb2834
    @samyb2834 2 роки тому +1

    I’ve been following you since the creation of this channel. Your work is simply incredible. I suffer from anxiety and your videos are so relaxing and soothing. I just want to say thank you for providing so much value!

  • @fcrubino3
    @fcrubino3 3 роки тому +3

    I love the new intro.
    This channel means so much to me. I have been watching since the first video and i hope you never stop making them.
    Keep up the amazing work!

    • @GreatArtExplained
      @GreatArtExplained  3 роки тому

      Thanks for your continued support! I appreciate it 🙏

    • @gbo.0682
      @gbo.0682 3 роки тому

      @@GreatArtExplained I have the same picture, how much does it cost?

  • @nguyenchau9473
    @nguyenchau9473 2 роки тому +1

    I stumbled into your channel a few months ago and am always in awe of the amount of knowledge and study you put into each video. This is the first time I write a comment because The Kiss happens to be my favourite painting. I fell in love with it the first time I saw it, not really knowing why. I have a mug with the painting printed on it on my desk. I gaze at it several times a day to relieve myself from the work stress and bad emotions. Thank you very much for your great work.

  • @Rekeronse2543
    @Rekeronse2543 3 роки тому +4

    Thank goodness!! I was just rewatching the full garden of earthly delights video during my metalsmithing class today and I was hoping for a new video soon, hallelujah!

  • @willhammers9761
    @willhammers9761 3 роки тому +2

    This is an amazing channel... The world needs this

  • @Brrrsha
    @Brrrsha 3 роки тому +3

    This is brilliant! I look forward to your uploads every month.

  • @rebeccacooke2707
    @rebeccacooke2707 3 роки тому +2

    I absolutely love these videos. I can't get enough and I've recommended your channel to so many people. You so beautifully narrate these histories and your storytelling is captivating. Can't wait for the next.

  • @ggyt81
    @ggyt81 3 роки тому +3

    So glad you're discussing Klimt, thank you for these wonderful videos!

  • @tesconstamylo
    @tesconstamylo 2 роки тому +1

    What a city.
    What an artist.
    What a video!
    Thanks so much!!!!

  • @chrisguevara
    @chrisguevara 3 роки тому +3

    I don't even have to watch the first minute... automatic thumbs up. Consistently good...

  • @jimmywalker2006
    @jimmywalker2006 3 роки тому +1

    Your videos are superb. They have really made me stop to think and reflect on the art around me. I have gained a much greater appreciation for how 'great art' does not exist in a vacuum, but is the product of science, technical progress, themes, friendships, loves, politics and so much more. I cant help but binge watch them.

    • @GreatArtExplained
      @GreatArtExplained  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks James 🙏

    • @gbo.0682
      @gbo.0682 3 роки тому +1

      @@GreatArtExplained I have the same picture, how much does it cost?