About Gustav Klimt
Gustav Klimt led the Vienna Secession, a group of artists who broke away from the official art world in 1897. His Golden Period paintings combine realistic faces with flat, glittering patterns of real gold leaf.
The Kiss stays in Vienna at the Belvedere, while his Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I, returned to the family after a long legal battle, is now in New York.
Where to see Gustav Klimt's famous paintings
| Painting | Date | Where |
|---|---|---|
| The Kiss | 1907 to 1908 | Belvedere Museum, Vienna |
| Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I | 1907 | Neue Galerie New York, New York |
How big are they?
The paintings drawn to scale next to a person 1.7 m tall.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most famous paintings by Gustav Klimt?
The Kiss, Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I.
Where can I see paintings by Gustav Klimt?
The Kiss at the Belvedere Museum in Vienna; Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I at the Neue Galerie New York in New York.
When did Gustav Klimt live?
Gustav Klimt was born in 1862 and died in 1918.
Sources: Wikidata Q34661. Checked October 17, 2026. How we check.