Delve into Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach's influential 1721 publication, 'Entwurff Einer Historischen Architectur.' This digital showcase from Wien Museum Sammlung offers the first global visual history of architecture, featuring diverse styles from antiquity to the 18th century. Explore Fischer von Erlach's innovative approach and the cultural impact of his original designs.
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This digital presentation showcases Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach's seminal 1721 publication, 'Entwurff Einer Historischen Architectur' (Draft of a Historical Architecture). The work represents the first global history of architecture presented through images, featuring a broad range of architectural styles from antiquity to his own designs.
Published in 1721, Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach's 'Entwurff Einer Historischen Architectur' (Draft of a Historical Architecture) was a pioneering work that offered the first-ever visual survey of architectural history on a global scale. Fischer von Erlach, a renowned architect, used this book to achieve European fame. The publication's scope was exceptionally broad, encompassing architectural examples from classical antiquity, as well as styles from Turkish, Arabic, Persian, and Chinese traditions, alongside his own original designs. These designs served as influential models, demonstrating an architecture that adhered to classical principles while exhibiting distinctly novel elements. The digital presentation on the Wien Museum Sammlung website allows viewers to explore individual plates from this significant historical document, each accompanied by details about its subject and the 1721 publication date. The collection highlights the diverse influences and Fischer von Erlach's innovative approach to architectural design.
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