Klimt Turquoise & Pink Crêpe de Chine Scarf

DESIGNER'S NOTES

A dazzling Fox & Chave crêpe de chine silk scarf featuring a pattern derived from the work Portrait of Johanna Staude (1917–1918) a Viennese socialite and a friend of the artist Gustaf Klimt (1862-1918).T

The painting is Klimt’s final, unfinished painting, capturing a poised, modern woman set against a vibrant, abstract backdrop. Staude, dressed in a bold, patterned blouse designed by the Wiener Werkstätte, looks out with a calm yet melancholic expression, her austere black fur collar drawing focus to her face.

Unlike Klimt’s earlier ornamental portraits, this work feels psychologically charged and stylistically pared back, reflecting a move toward Expressionism. Staude expressed sorrow that Klimt died before completing it, believing it would have been one of his finest achievements.

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STYLING

Wear your Fox & Chave crêpe de chine silk scarf in a variety of ways from the French Knot: Fold scarf in half, loop around neck, pull ends through loop, to the Infinity Knot: Loop scarf twice, tie ends in knot. More scarf styling ideas are available in this wonderful How to Tie a Scarf book.