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August Makart's Photographic Exhibition: The Historic Vienna Südbahnhof Construction

Discover 170 largely unpublished photographs capturing urban development in 1950s and 1960s Vienna.

The Gold and Silversmith Museum presents an engaging exhibition dedicated to Austrian photographer August Makart. Visitors can delve into 170 unique images documenting the dramatic construction of Vienna's former Südbahnhof from 1956 to 1961. The display also explores the station's rich history, tracing its evolution from 1841 through to the modern Hauptbahnhof era, offering insights into Viennese architecture and urban change.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition showcases a selection of 170 previously largely unpublished photographs taken by August Makart between 1956 and 1961. The images document the construction site of the former Vienna Südbahnhof. The exhibition also delves into the history of the station from its origins in 1841 up to the construction of the current Hauptbahnhof.

Curatorial context

The Gold and Silversmith Museum presents an autumn exhibition dedicated to the Austrian photographer August Makart (1900-1967). The core of the exhibition is a curated selection of 170 photographs taken by Makart between 1956 and 1961, offering a unique, largely unpublished view of the construction site of the Vienna Südbahnhof during that period. Complementing Makart's photographic work, the exhibition also explores the historical trajectory of the Vienna Südbahnhof itself. It traces the station's development from its establishment in 1841 through to the construction of the modern Hauptbahnhof in 2013, providing a comprehensive look at this significant Viennese landmark.

Admission and ticket notes

This exhibition is hosted by the Bezirksmuseum Landstraße. Visitor information regarding opening hours and contact details can be found on the museum's website. Specific ticketing policies are not detailed on this page, implying standard museum admission or access may apply. Visitors are encouraged to consult the museum's general visiting information for details on admission and opening hours if not explicitly stated for this exhibition itself.

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Gold and Silversmith Museum
Current status
Open now
Exhibition schedule
From Sep 6, 2024
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The exhibition is dedicated to the Austrian photographer August Makart (1900-1967).
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