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Explore the Architectural History of the Vienna Secession Building: An Exhibition of Joseph Maria Olbrich's Vision

Delve into the development of this Viennese Jugendstil landmark, from controversial designs to its final iconic realization.

This exhibition, 'Zu modern für die erste Reihe,' meticulously chronicles the architectural genesis of Vienna's Secession building. Explore original designs by Joseph Maria Olbrich, tracing its evolution from initial radical concepts to its iconic form. Discover how this key Jugendstil work marked a significant shift from the historicism of the Ringstrasse era, featuring blueprints, historical documents, and postcards from the archive.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition presents the architectural history of the Secession building, designed by Joseph Maria Olbrich. It explores the development of the building, from initial controversial designs to its final realization, coinciding with the 150th anniversary of the Ringstrasse.

Curatorial context

The Secession building, a key work of Viennese Jugendstil, was commissioned by the Association of Visual Artists Vienna in 1897. The exhibition "Zu modern für die erste Reihe" delves into its architectural history, tracing its development from the initial radical designs by the young architect Joseph Maria Olbrich, a collaborator of Otto Wagner. The page details the controversies and negotiations that led to the eventual site change and the iconic golden dome's design, inspired by the nearby baroque Karlskirche. The presentation features Olbrich's design drawings, blueprints, historical postcards, and documents from the Secession's archive, offering a comprehensive look at the building's genesis and its role in marking a shift away from the Ringstrasse's prevailing historicism.

Admission and ticket notes

Information and tickets for visiting the Secession can be found via a provided link. It is implied that general museum admission or a specific ticket is required to view the exhibition and related displays like the Beethovenfries.

Zu modern für die erste Reihe – Die Baugeschichte der Secession. Präsentation anlässlich des 150-jährigen Ringstraßenjubiläums key exhibition facts

Review exhibition status, schedule, venue context, and attribution details for Zu modern für die erste Reihe – Die Baugeschichte der Secession. Präsentation anlässlich des 150-jährigen Ringstraßenjubiläums at Secession in Vienna

Venue
Secession
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Mar 19, 2015 – Oct 11, 2015
Artist line / attribution
The exhibition showcases the work of Joseph Maria Olbrich, with contributions from Annette Südbeck (curator).
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