This my response to The Gooseberry Garden's Poetry Picnic Week 2 prompt.
son of a goldsmith
gold was godly mystery
gold was decadence
icon-flat the paint
no shadows no perspective
just the flesh stood out
image as mirror
reflecting sacred passions
seen in human form
symbols amplify
transcend ephemeral form
feigned naivety
One of my favourite painters Dave - he certainly uses a lot of gold.
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed this Dave - love the end - feigned naivety.
ReplyDeletefancy color of gold, isn't it?
ReplyDeleteapt and lovely words.
well done.
Like the colours you painted here.
ReplyDeleteVery lovely response to the prompt.
No naïveté there, I think!
ReplyDeleteVery enjoyable indeed especially the last line feigned naivety :-).
ReplyDeleteI have to admit that I am not a fan of Klimt, but, I am a fan of King. Terrific write. : )
ReplyDeleteThe Weaver of Grass
ReplyDeleteI must confess I have a teddy bear-like love/hate relationship with him. I've never really come to terms with his painting, though I accept that he's important for the influence he's had. He was also a great decorative artist.
120 Socks
Thanks for saying that. I was unsure about the phrase after I'd written it, but thought it was right in terms if what it meant to me.
Jingle Poetry
Much thanks for the encouragement.
Heaven
Thank you for both comments. Much appreciated.
jabblog
Not even faux? Much obliged.
Windsmoke
Thanks Windsmoke, it is very helpful to receive such responses.
Thingy
I think I'm with you on the first bit, will gratefully take your word for the rest. Much thanks.
Your words brought the painting to life, Dave. I must say I like Klimt, though prefer some of his other works over this one.
ReplyDeleteway to go.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the lovely entry.
Wonderful poem, thank you. I liked "feigned naivety" too. (Came here via Gooseberry Garden; congratulations!)
ReplyDeletegreat work!! klimt is one of my favourites!!! i penned this one...http://on.fb.me/okKHiZ
ReplyDeletehope you like it!!