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The Prinz Eugen Exhibition at Belvedere: Exploring a Historical Figure and the Baroque Era

This significant 1933 exhibition at Belvedere explored Prince Eugene's life through diverse historical artifacts and art.

The Prinz Eugen exhibition, held at Belvedere in 1933, offered a detailed exploration of Prince Eugene and his historical era. Spanning 22 rooms, this showcase presented an extensive array of archival documents, military equipment, decorative arts, and fine paintings. Visitors gained insight into 18th-century Austrian history, encompassing economic, technological, and cultural facets of Vienna during that period.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition, held in 1933, focused on Prince Eugene and the era he lived in, utilizing 22 rooms in the Upper Belvedere. It showcased a wide range of items including archival materials, books, military objects, decorative arts, and paintings, aiming to provide a comprehensive depiction of the period.

Curatorial context

The exhibition 'Prinz Eugen', held from April 28 to October 1, 1933, was a major showcase organized by the Association of Museum Friends. Following a previous exhibition on Maria Theresa, this event dedicated 22 rooms in the Upper Belvedere to Prince Eugene and his historical context. The exhibition presented a diverse array of items, including archival documents, books, military equipment, objets d'art, and paintings, sourced from both public and private collections. Beyond focusing solely on Prince Eugene, the exhibition aimed to offer a comprehensive portrayal of the contemporary period, dedicating sections to various facets of life such as the economy, technology, hunting, theater, music, and the cityscape of Vienna.

Admission and ticket notes

The page does not contain specific ticketing information for this historical exhibition. It mentions the exhibition was part of the Belvedere's offerings and notes that works may be available for download under an open content policy, but provides no details on admission or booking for the exhibition itself.

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Venue
Belvedere
Current status
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Exhibition schedule
From Apr 28, 1933
Artist line / attribution
The exhibition was directed by Franz Martin Haberditzl and curated by Bruno Grimschitz and Heinrich Schwarz.
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