Which series of paintings by Gustav Klimt explores the cycle of life and the human condition through golden motifs and mystical symbols?

The Beethoven Frieze

The Beethoven Frieze, created by Gustav Klimt in 1902 for an exhibition at the Vienna Secession, is a monumental work inspired by Beethoven's 9th Symphony. This mural depicts a spiritual journey towards happiness through a series of panels richly decorated with golden motifs, allegorical figures, and profound symbolic imagery. The work illustrates humanity's quest for happiness in the face of dark forces of fear and despair, culminating in an exalting representation of Love and Universal Harmony.