The Tree of Life by Gustav Klimt was created during the artist’s Golden Period and is one of his most well-known works from a long and illustrious career. The Tree of Life painting continues the artist’s symbolic approach, employing a theme that may be found in many parts of historical literature, most often depicting life and progress. The intricate embellishments of the tree’s limbs are what make this work so recognizable, and even those who are unfamiliar with most of this artist’s work will recognize the Tree of Life, Stoclet Frieze painting right away.