Vienna

Schönbrunn Palace: Vienna’s Majestic Baroque Gem
Schönbrunn Palace is one of Vienna’s most iconic landmarks, offering visitors a breathtaking glimpse into Austria’s imperial past. Once the summer…
Vienna Biedermeier: Sentimental, Yet Restrained
The Vienna Biedermeier period was a unique artistic and cultural movement that flourished in Austria and Central Europe between 1815 and…
Art Nouveau: Beauty, Innovation and Nature
Art Nouveau, or “New Art,” was a revolutionary artistic movement that flourished between 1890 and 1910, with its peak during the…
Biography: Jules Pascin
Jules Pascin, often referred to as the “Prince of Montparnasse,” remains an enduring figure in the world of modern art. Known…
Biography: Ferdinand Georg Waldmüller
Ferdinand Georg Waldmüller was born on January 15, 1793, in Vienna, Austria, into a modest family. Despite financial challenges, his early…
Biography: Franz Xaver Messerschmidt
Franz Xaver Messerschmidt was born on February 6, 1736, in the town of Wiesensteig in Germany. He grew up in a…
Biography: Friedensreich Hundertwasser
Friedensreich Hundertwasser (1928–2000) was an Austrian artist and architect, celebrated for his vibrant use of color, organic forms, and the harmonious…
Inspiration: “Bonvivant,” by Miroslav Kraljevic
BONVIVANTMiroslav Kraljevic 1912CroatianOil on CanvasDimensions: 90,2×68,4 cmModern Gallery in Zagreb Miroslav Kraljević was born on 14 December 1885 in Gospić, in the…
Biography: Raphael Kirchner
Raphael Kirchner (1876-1917) was an Austrian artist and illustrator, renowned for his distinctive contribution to Art Nouveau and early 20th-century illustration.…
Biography: Peter Fendi
Peter Fendi, born on September 4, 1796, in Vienna, Austria, was an Austrian painter and engraver known for his contributions to…
There Once was a Giant Pink Rabbit in Front of Vienna’s Opera House
Vienna, a city renowned for its rich history and cultural landmarks, offers countless wonders to both tourists and locals alike. Among…
Prater Amusement Park, Vienna
The area that makes up the modern Prater was first mentioned in 1162, when Emperor Friedrich I gave the land to a noble…