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Discover Otto Wagner's Church at Steinhof: A Vienna Art Nouveau Architectural Masterpiece

A pivotal Art Nouveau achievement and groundbreaking modernist church, showcasing harmonious design and intricate interior details.

The Church of Saint Leopold at Steinhof in Vienna is a renowned Art Nouveau masterpiece. Designed by Otto Wagner between 1904 and 1907, it stands as a groundbreaking example of modernist church architecture, recognizable by its prominent gold-plated copper dome. This significant building highlights Wagner's meticulous design for both exterior and interior elements, emphasizing aesthetic and functional harmony.

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Exhibition summary

Explore the Church of Saint Leopold at Steinhof, a significant Art Nouveau masterpiece and an early example of modernist church architecture by Otto Wagner. This striking building features a prominent gold-plated dome visible from afar.

Curatorial context

The Church of Saint Leopold at Steinhof stands as a pivotal Art Nouveau achievement and a groundbreaking example of modernist church design by Otto Wagner. Constructed between 1904 and 1907, it was originally conceived as an institutional church for the psychiatric hospital. Its distinctive gold-plated copper dome makes it a visible landmark. Wagner meticulously designed many of the church's interior fittings, including lighting, seating, and altars, emphasizing a harmony between aesthetics and functionality. The interior features contributions from notable artists such as Kolo Moser, who created glass mosaics for the windows, and Othmar Schimkowitz, responsible for the column angels and those on the high altar. The church shares artistic similarities with other key Art Nouveau works in Vienna, like the Secession building.

Admission and ticket notes

Opening times are from the beginning of May to the beginning of October, Tuesdays to Fridays from 10:00 to 17:00, and Saturdays to Sundays from 11:00 to 17:00. Access to the church interior is currently restricted and may not be possible for wheelchair users or individuals with walking difficulties due to steps. Seeing eye dogs are allowed.

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Designed by Otto Wagner, with interior fittings by Kolo Moser (glass mosaics) and Othmar Schimkowitz (angels).
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