The Exterior: Terpsichore and Urania
The doors of "The Goddesses' Entrance" are rendered in contrasting metallics, with the brilliant cobalt and teal blues acting as vibrant accents to the ornate, textured geometric paneling.
The Muses: Set into the panels are detailed engravings. Terpsichore, the Muse of Dance, is depicted on the right, captured mid-movement. On the left is Urania, the Muse of Geometry and Astronomy, holding her celestial globe.
The Geometry: Below the muses, pink and blue crystals peek out from behind precisely cut wooden tiles, adding a subtle, jewel-like sparkle to the architecture.
The Interior: Klimt and the Fan
Opening the doors reveals a continuation of the geometric theme on the inner door panels, which frame the main compartment. Lifting the inner cover reveals the central treasure of this piece:
The Klimt: An inlay of Gustav Klimt’s iconic "Woman with a Fan" (1917-1918) glows in rich yellows and blues, perfectly complementing the cabinet’s color palette.
The Hidden Panel: The Klimt panel itself is actually a removable cover, which sits above a final hidden compartment for secrets.