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The Kiss of Klimt

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I hurried through the halls of Belvedere To reach the floor where I could see “The Kiss” The place I’d find his artwork was so near I finally came upon it, joyous bliss! It hung there straight before me, glorious sight I pushed among the people standing there I felt my spirit rise to wondrous height With bated breath, transfixed, I stood to stare How could I trust what eyes told me was true? There was that gentle kiss, that sweet embrace I’d seen it often before, but fondness grew For tenderness Klimt painted on her face The flowers in her hair, romance in bloom Protective arms of lover, haven sure Kaleidoscope of colors banished gloom A moment captured then that will endure I gifted to my daughter artist’s book She loved his “Judith” and his “Tree of Life” Klimt’s passion women mirrored in each look He loved them all but none he took for wife Gustav has left a legacy of love In paintings that enthrall the heart and mind Of stature small, but like the gods above He left eternal mark on all mankind For Anthony Slausen’s Klimt Contest November 18, 2017

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Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 12/1/2017 8:09:00 PM

Eileen with this poem, you should win this contest. I enjoyed reading this poem. have a nice evening my friend.

Line Gauthier

Date: 11/25/2017 10:06:00 AM

Beautiful tribute. Congrats on an awesome poem. Well done, Eileen.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 11/28/2017 3:57:00 PM

Thank you, dear Line. I'm glad you liked it.

Sara Kendrick

Date: 11/21/2017 3:02:00 PM

Enjoyed reading your work..Very descriptive of the art that he painted..Reads like a good contender to me..Way to go..Thanks for the visits to my page..I appreciate the time spent there..Sara

Eileen Manassian
Date: 11/21/2017 3:54:00 PM

Thank you, Sara. I hope it does well. One never knows. I'm happy to have made homage to such a great artist. :) Hugs

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 11/21/2017 1:53:00 PM

You penned this perfectly, shall I congratulate you now?? Hugs Rick.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 11/21/2017 4:08:00 PM

A lack of placement is rarely a sign of the quality of the poem. I have had some of my best writing no make the grade in contests. I've had POTD and POTW place 10th in contests. You just never know what will resonate with a judge.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 11/21/2017 3:55:00 PM

Hi, dear. Too early for congratulations. I bombed on the last contest though I though I had a pretty good poem entered. One never knows with contests, but I like Klimt, so I'm glad I got to write about him. Hugs

Joanna Daniel

Date: 11/21/2017 8:36:00 AM

Wow! This is the best I've read so far for this contest, Eileen:) personally, I don't enjoy such abstract paintings, but your words have brought about a beauty to this :)

Eileen Manassian
Date: 11/21/2017 3:57:00 PM

Thank you, Jo. Van Gogh is my favorite artist, but I do enjoy Klimt's pieces. I'm glad you liked this entry. I haven't had a chance to read the other poems for the contest. Thanks for reading.

Alexis Y.

Date: 11/20/2017 3:43:00 PM

WoW! Eileen, This is so well written. Is there any form that you can't write? You are such a talented writer. I don't have a clue who Klimt is but you make me want to find out who he is. As always excellent write dear lady. I wish you the best of luck in the contest:-) Alexis

Eileen Manassian
Date: 11/21/2017 3:58:00 PM

Thanks, Hon. You are always so encouraging with your comments. I truly appreciate it. Look up his work...you will find much to appreciate. Hugs

Maria Williams

Date: 11/20/2017 3:49:00 AM

What an amazing poem Eileen on which you have left your 'eternal mark'. I see a winner already in this but good luck. A fave for me....Maria

Eileen Manassian
Date: 11/21/2017 3:59:00 PM

Thank you, dear. You do my heart good with this praise. Much appreciated. I hope it does well. One can only hope. Hugs

Paul Callus

Date: 11/19/2017 10:57:00 AM

I love your take on this contest theme, Eileen. I have been struggling to come out with something valid, but you have done an amazing job. I went to the Belvedere, too, but did not have enough time to see all I wanted to see. It must have been a relief to say "At last I came upon it, joyous bliss!":) Hugs // paul

Eileen Manassian
Date: 11/21/2017 4:00:00 PM

Thanks, dear. That visit was definitely a highlight for me. I enjoyed the entire trip to Vienna, but...seeing Klimt and a painting by my favorite, Van Gogh really touched my heart. I'm sure you will do well, my dear. You always do. Hugs

Tim Smith

Date: 11/19/2017 10:05:00 AM

Such a beautiful piece Eileen

Eileen Manassian
Date: 11/21/2017 4:01:00 PM

The painting or my poem! ;) Thanks, Tim. I'm teasing...

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 11/18/2017 9:46:00 PM

Oh how beautiful Eileen! You have honored this talented painter with a poem that is as stunning as his painting! A Fave for me Eileen! I have not seen any of his work in person but would love to. This particular piece is also a favorite of mine. Early Congrats as I know this will rate high! : )

Eileen Manassian
Date: 11/19/2017 6:14:00 AM

What wonderful words of praise, dear. I'm glad you liked this piece. My family and I were in Vienna this summer, and this was one of the highlights of the trip for me. I also bought a very fancy mug and coaster with this painting on it to remember the good times. Van Gogh is my favorite artist, and I got to see one of his paintings there in Belvedere as well. :)

Sunlite Wanter

Date: 11/18/2017 6:46:00 PM

I do love the painting and understand how you are "captive" in this emotional tribute. To find a painting that touches you in this way is a gift.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 11/19/2017 6:17:00 AM

Yes, dear. It was a special moment. I literally had to catch my breath when I stood before it. I got a lovely photo of my beautiful daughter standing next to it, and then one of me. We had to be quick as many were waiting to take photos. His other paintings are beautiful as well. I like Danae, as well....very sensual. He was a very sensual and charismatic man himself. Thank you for the visit.

Frederic Parker

Date: 11/18/2017 4:19:00 PM

we all have our artists and art we love, you have captured well in your poem the art and artist of your passions using another of your passions, your poetry...good luck

Eileen Manassian
Date: 11/19/2017 6:27:00 AM

Thank you, Frederic. My favorite artist is Van Gogh; however, I do love Klimt's work very much as well. This summer I got to see this painting and it was a defining moment for me. Thank you for your lovely visit.