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Reiner Riedler's Photographic Journey: Documenting the Josephinum's Historic Renovation Exhibition

Witness Reiner Riedler's meticulous documentation of the Josephinum's significant 18th-century architectural restoration.

The Josephinum presents a unique special exhibition by documentary photographer Reiner Riedler. This visual record showcases the extensive renovation of the historic 1785 building, preserving its original integrity. Explore stunning images that capture the meticulous restoration of key areas, including the grand lecture hall and the uncovering of previously hidden scholarly portraits. Riedler's artistry reveals the profound transformation of this significant architectural landmark.

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Exhibition summary

This special exhibition showcases the photographic documentation of the extensive renovation of the Josephinum, a historic building established in 1785. Photographer Reiner Riedler captured the construction activities, highlighting the restoration of spaces like the lecture hall and the uncovering of hidden scholarly portraits.

Curatorial context

The Josephinum, founded in 1785 and home to unique historical medical collections, underwent significant renovation aimed at restoring its original condition. Photographer Reiner Riedler meticulously documented the construction process from 2019 onwards, capturing the dismantling and restoration of key areas such as the historic nine-meter-high lecture hall and the uncovering of previously hidden portraits. Riedler, an internationally renowned documentary photographer, has previously exhibited at the Josephinum, notably in the 2016 solo exhibition 'Will - Lifesaving Machines'. This exhibition offers a visual record of the building's transformation and the work involved in preserving its historical integrity.

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The page does not provide specific ticketing information for this exhibition; visitors are directed to a general 'Discover' link which likely leads to more general visitor information on the museum's website. Entry is likely dependent on general museum admission for the Josephinum collections. (c) Reiner Riedler is credited for the building documentation images within the exhibition content. More detailed information about visiting and ticketing would typically be found on the museum's main website or an associated visitor information page.

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Venue
Josephinum
Current status
Open now
Exhibition schedule
From Sep 29, 2022
Artist line / attribution
Photographs by Reiner Riedler, an internationally renowned documentary photographer.
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