Gustav Klimt (1862 – 1918) The Kiss is an oil-on-canvas painting with added gold leaf, silver and platinum by the Austrian Symbolist painter Gustav Klimt. It was painted at some point in 1907 and 1908, during the height of what scholars call his "Golden Period". It was exhibited in 1908 under the title Liebespaar (the lovers) as stated in the catalogue of the exhibition. This elegant box is made from glass with a facetted hinged lid. The interior is lined with a soft fabric to protect your favorite treasures. Felted bottom to protect fine finishes.