Experience Vienna 1900: Birth of Modernism – A Definitive Exhibition of Art and Culture
Delve into the transformative artistic and intellectual achievements that shaped Viennese Modernism around 1900.
Discover the impactful era of Vienna 1900 and the profound birth of Modernism through this extensive exhibition. Explore over 1,300 unique exhibits, ranging from paintings and sculptures to decorative arts, jewelry, and furniture, spanning three floors. This presentation at the Leopold Museum unveils the city's contrasts and artistic renewal, offering a holistic journey into Viennese Modernism.
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Exhibition summary
This exhibition delves into the art and intellectual masterpieces of Vienna around 1900, a period of significant cultural upheaval and the birth of Modernism. It showcases over 1,300 exhibits across three floors, featuring paintings, graphics, sculptures, photographs, and decorative arts.
Curatorial context
The exhibition "Vienna 1900. Birth of Modernism." at the Leopold Museum offers a comprehensive insight into the artistic and intellectual achievements of this transformative epoch. It captures the essence of a city marked by contrasts, where splendor and hardship, dream and reality coexisted, fueling a vibrant movement of renewal. Spanning over three floors with approximately 1,300 exhibits, the display goes beyond paintings, graphics, sculptures, and photographs to include captivating pieces made of glass, ceramics, metal, textiles, and leather. Visitors can admire jewelry and furniture, as well as an entire home furnishing exhibit, providing a holistic experience of Vienna Modernism.
The "Fin de Siècle" marked not just the end of the 19th century but also a profound new beginning, giving rise to Modernism. This exhibition illustrates how Vienna became its birthplace through a turbulent movement of renewal driven by inherent frictions. It is an exhibition designed for anyone wishing to experience Vienna Modernism in Vienna in a contemporary manner, highlighting the period's significant artistic and intellectual output.
Admission and ticket notes
Standard ticket price is 19€, with a discounted price of 17€ for Vienna City Card holders. Vienna City card holders are entitled to use the fast lane at the Leopold Museum. Opening hours are daily from 10:00 to 18:00, with extended hours in July and August.
Vienna 1900. Birth of Modernism. key exhibition facts
Review exhibition status, schedule, venue context, and attribution details for Vienna 1900. Birth of Modernism. at Burgtheater in Vienna
Venue
Burgtheater
Current status
Open now
Exhibition schedule
From Nov 1, 2022
Artist line / attribution
Features works by artists and designers of the Viennese Modernism period, including Gustav Klimt, Egon Schiele, Josef Hoffmann, Broncia Koller-Pinell, Greta Freist, and Koloman Moser, alongside contributions from the Wiener Werkstätte.
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