Painting Created By Gustav Klimt Editorial Image

It falls within the Art Nouveau movement and was executed using oil on canvas Regrettably, the artwork has been destroyed and no longer exists in its original form.“Hygeia” is one of Klimt’s works that integrates classical themes with his distinctive ornamental style. The figure depicted represents Hygeia, the Greek goddess of health, cleanliness, and hygiene, and part of Asclepius’ genealogy in Greek mythology. In this representation, Klimt showcases Hygeia as a central figure, emphasizing her importance within the mythological health pantheon.