Hygieia — Gustav Klimt (1907)

A guardian of health in red and gold: frontal, impassive, and haloed by ornament. This fine-art reproduction—after Klimt’s iconic figure of Hygieia—glows with the luxe geometry of his Golden Period: mosaic-like pattern, serpentine line, and symbolic attributes that turn a classical goddess into a modern icon.

Why it captivates

• Golden opulence — luminous ochres and metallic tones create a rich, radiant presence.

• Symbol & style — the Aesculapian serpent and libation bowl meet Vienna Secession design.

• Graphic power — frontal pose, strong contour, and dense pattern read across a room.

• Art Nouveau elegance — organic curves entwined with crisp, geometric motifs.

• Statement format — vertical composition that anchors a space with poise.

What you’ll see

Hygieia stands frontally, holding a shallow bowl as the serpent of Aesculapius coils upward. Her robe and the background bloom with tessellated patterns—rectangles, spirals, and florals—set in deep reds, blacks, and golds. The surface shimmers like mosaic, rewarding both distance and close-up study.

A richer historical frame

Created at the height of Klimt’s Vienna Secession years, Hygieia blends Byzantine-inspired gold ground, flattened space, and symbolist iconography. The result is both devotional and modern: a classical personification distilled into pure ornament, line, and meaning.

Choose your finish

🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)

• Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass.

• Keeps golds and crimsons rich with minimal glare.

💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)

• Encapsulated in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, sealed edge-to-edge for durability.

• Wipe-clean surface—great for living spaces and high-traffic areas.

🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)

• Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.

• Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)

• Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for long-lived colour and tone.

🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)

• As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.

• Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

Size (W × H)

581 × 841 mm (approx. 22.87 × 33.11 in)

• Orientation: Portrait

• Aspect ratio: ~0.691 : 1

• Nearest standard frame: A1 (594 × 841 mm) — portrait

• Framing tips:

  • Classic look: Use an A1 frame with a mat window cut slightly undersize (e.g., ~577 × 837 mm) to overlap the print by 2–3 mm.

  • Contemporary look: Float-mount in an A1 frame; slim side margins create a tall, elegant reveal.

Custom sizing: Available on request (alternate aspect ratios or an added white border).

Specifications

Who it’s for

• Design lovers & collectors seeking a bold, gilded statement piece

• Interior stylists adding luxury and symbolism to modern schemes

• Galleries & educators exploring Klimt, Secession design, and iconography

• Gift-givers marking elegant milestones

Our Commitment

Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and fidelity of your piece.

Bring Klimt’s golden poise into your space—order your fine-art print today.