The frieze takes its theme from Richard Wagner¡¯s interpretation of Beethoven¡¯s Ninth Symphony and depicts humankind¡¯s search for happiness. To symbolize this yearning, Klimt chose floating genii who lead us into the story. On the left-hand wall, this horizontal band is interrupted by a naked woman standing and a naked couple kneeling ¡ª symbols of suffering humanity ¡ª beg the knight in shining armor for help. The ¡°Well-armed Strongman¡± sets off in search of happiness on humanity¡¯s behalf. Title Beethoven Frieze - Panel 3 Creator Gustav Klimt Date Created 1901 Location Created Vienna Physical Dimensions 215 x 276 cm Type Frieze Rights Secession / Image by Google Medium Casein paints, stucco overlays, drawing pencil, applications made of various materials (glass, mother of pearl, etc.), gold overlays on mortar Entire artwork Experience the entire Beethoven Frieze here.
