Josef Hoffmann and the Viennese Modernism 

Majolika House at Wienzeile

This significant apartment building was established by Otto Wagner. The front of the building is adorned by weather-resistant patterns. This building is especially famous for the typically plant ornaments.

Anker Clock

This clock (built between 1911 – 1914) was created by the painter and sculptor Franz von Matsch and is a typical Art Nouveau design. The clock forms a bridge between the two parts of the Anker Insurance Company´s building. In the course of 12 hours, twelve historical figures, among them, Empress Maria Theresa move across the bridge.

Austrian Postal Savings Bank

The building of the Austrian Postsparkasse was designed by Otto Wagner and counts as a key factor of the European Modernism. The interior was inspired by the same design concept of Otto Wagner. Main banking hall and WAGNER:WERK Museum Postsparkasse

opening hours: Monday-Friday 10.00 a.m.-5.00 p.m.

Otto Wagner Pavillon at Karlsplatz

Inside the Pavillon you can find an exhibition  of Otto Wagner. This historic work is placed above ground and consist of richly decorated patterns. Therefore, it counts as a perfect example of the Viennese Modernism.

Secession

For more than 100 years, the Vienna Secession has been an important center for art and architecture. Shows and exhibitions by contemporary artists have constantly contributed to the public discourse on art. The magnificent building, with it´s golden “cabbage dome” was supposed to complement the Ringstraßebuildings, but the Municipal Council only granted permission for the erection after the site was transferred to a plat on Friedrichstraße. The architect, Joseph Maria Olbrich, designed the building (1897/98), which now represents an icon of Viennese Jugendstil (Art Nouveau). The leafwork dome (2 golden cabbage) is the symbol of the Secession and visible from afar.