Wasserschlangen II

The Story

Wasserschlangen II (Water Serpents II) is a masterwork by Gustav Klimt on the themes of love, sexuality, and mystery, clearly demonstrating his distinctive style influenced by Divisionism and Art Nouveau. Among his figure paintings, this work in particular emphasizes lavish ornamentation and symbolic elements, holding an important place in art history. Klimt was active from the late 19th to the early 20th century and is known for works that fused art with theological and philosophical themes. Its high price at auction shows that his work continues to be highly valued for its artistic worth and rarity.