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Art in the Public Domain: Discover Vienna's Sculptures and Urban Installations by Renowned Artists

Engage with a diverse collection of permanent and temporary art projects enriching Vienna's vibrant cityscape.

Vienna's urban landscape serves as an expansive canvas for public art beyond traditional galleries. This collection highlights a diverse range of captivating installations and sculptures by notable international and Austrian artists, transforming city spaces. Explore how these artistic interventions stimulate public areas, offering unique cultural experiences as you navigate the city.

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Exhibition summary

This feature highlights a collection of art installations and sculptures by international and Austrian artists located in public spaces across Vienna. The initiative aims to stimulate and enhance urban environments with both temporary and permanent artistic projects, encouraging visitors to discover art integrated into the city's fabric.

Curatorial context

Vienna's cityscape is a canvas for art beyond its museums and galleries. This collection showcases a diverse range of public art, from installations to sculptures, by notable international and Austrian artists, including Ernst Caramelle, Tony Cragg, Fritz Wotruba, Alfred Hrdlicka, Franz West, Rachel Whiteread, and Henry Moore. These artworks are strategically placed in various locations throughout the city, encouraging residents and visitors alike to engage with art as they navigate urban spaces. The goal of these public art projects, often managed by organizations like KÖR GmbH, is to stimulate and upgrade public urban areas with both temporary and permanent artistic interventions. Visitors are encouraged to actively look for these pieces while strolling through Vienna, as art can be found on almost every corner, offering a unique way to experience the city's creative pulse.

Art in the public domain key exhibition facts

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Venue
Burgtheater
Current status
Permanent collection
Exhibition schedule
Permanent display (no announced closing date)
Artist line / attribution
Features works by Ernst Caramelle, Tony Cragg, Olafur Eliasson, Alfred Hrdlicka, Philip Johnson, Lukas Maria Kaufmann, Roland Kodritsch, Peter Kogler, Ken Lum, Henry Moore, Olaf Nicolai, Peter Sandbichler, Franz West, Rachel Whiteread, and Fritz Wotruba, among others.
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