The Kiss of the Sphinx
Franz von Stuck’s "The Kiss of the Sphinx" (1905) – a dramatic Symbolist oil painting featuring intense emotion, impasto texture & vibrant reds. Explore this captivating artwork's legacy!
Franz Ritter von Stuck (1863 - 1928)
Franz von Stuck was a German Symbolist painter known for his evocative mythological scenes, striking sculptures, and pivotal role in the Munich Secession. His work blends classical precision with dreamlike imagery and explores themes of sin, beauty, and the subconscious.