In 1918, Gustav Klimt suffered from a stroke in his apartment. On February 6th of that year, he died from pneumonia. Klimt’s work did not earn the admiration it deserved during his life, but he is known today as an artist who produced some of the most important and influential pieces to come out of Austria. Even though Klimt might not have seen or experienced the desired outcomes he had for his paintings, he did succeed in accomplishing his goals. Klimt blazed the trail and left a seared path behind him for artists who dare challenge conventions as he did. The movement of Art Deco in the early 20th century was of course inspired by the bravery and dedication of the artists who formed the Vienna Secession. Klimt’s work was historically impactful,
