Georg Baselitz’s Stravinsky sculpture takes center stage during the Salzburg Festival
Visitors attending the Salzburg Festival have a unique opportunity to view Stravinsky (2026), the final sculptural work created by renowned artist Georg Baselitz. Exhibited in the foyer of the Großes Festspielhaus from 17 July to 30 August 2026, this monumental piece serves as a profound homage to composer Igor Stravinsky.
Discovering Baselitz's Last Sculpture in Salzburg
Measuring over three meters in length, the bronze creation was cast shortly before the artist's passing. It holds a distinctive place within Baselitz's broader sculptural practice, which first debuted at the German Pavilion during the 1980 Venice Biennale. Notably, Stravinsky is distinguished as the only sculpture by the artist finished with an entirely white patina.
This latest presentation connects closely to Baselitz's celebrated set design for L’Histoire du Soldat, a previous Salzburg Festival production staged at the Marionette Theatre. For art enthusiasts exploring the city during the festival season, viewing this striking work offers a compelling window into the artist's late creative evolution.
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