This Austrian postage stamp, issued in 1980, features Gustav Klimt’s iconic masterpiece The Kiss (1907–1908), a symbol of Viennese Secession art. Printed in vivid colors, it captures the tender embrace of the lovers, adorned with Klimt’s distinctive gold and geometric motifs. The stamp’s face value is 3 Schilling, with "REPUBLIK ÖSTERREICH" inscribed below the image and the artist’s name “G. Klimt” centered at the bottom. A celebrated piece for both art and philately enthusiasts, it showcases Austria’s dedication to honoring its cultural heritage through postage design.