Take a deep dive into the expressionist art of Egon Schiele on a private tour of the Leopold Museum. Explore the boundaries between art and pornography, the artist’s personality, and the value of art in the 20th century.
Take a deep dive into the expressionist art of Egon Schiele on a private tour of the Leopold Museum. Explore the boundaries between art and pornography, the artist’s personality, and the value of art in the 20th century.
- Leopold Museum - Leopold Museum is the best place in Vienna to see the most scandalous works of arts ever created in Vienna and understand the principle of the nowness of art. Leopold Museum features a permanent exhibition of Egon Schiele’s works aside from temporary expositions, and it is considered that Shiele’s exhibitionist works are still…
- Leopold Museum - Leopold Museum is the best place in Vienna to see the most scandalous works of arts ever created in Vienna and understand the principle of the nowness of art. Leopold Museum features a permanent exhibition of Egon Schiele’s works aside from temporary expositions, and it is considered that Shiele’s exhibitionist works are still capable of inciting dubious reactions since many themes he covered in his pieces, such as the line between pornography and art, still cause heated discussions nowadays.
- Guided tour by a professional art historian
- Admission to the Leopold Museum included
- Guided tour by a professional art historian
- Admission to the Leopold Museum included
The Leopold Museum, located in the Museum Quarter, boasts the largest collection of works by this Viennese expressionist. Here is a concise overview of the challenging topics in 20th-century art: the fine line between art and pornography, the significance of the artist’s personality in interpreting their works, and the debate over the objective and…
The Leopold Museum, located in the Museum Quarter, boasts the largest collection of works by this Viennese expressionist. Here is a concise overview of the challenging topics in 20th-century art: the fine line between art and pornography, the significance of the artist’s personality in interpreting their works, and the debate over the objective and subjective value of art.
The focus will be on biographical details of the artist that are evident in their creations. Emphasis will be placed on interpretation principles pertinent to 20th-century art. The exploration will include distinguishing between pornography and art, examining the boundaries of self-expression, and considering the societal impact of “problematic” artworks.
The discussion will incorporate principles of art therapy, insights from Sigmund Freud, and a tale from Scheherazade to provide commentary on controversial pieces. This tour is ideal for those interested in Viennese Art Nouveau and those seeking to understand 20th-century art.
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Infant seats unavailable
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Please come punctually to the meeting point in front of the Museums main entrance. There is a huge staircase leading to the entrance door. Your guide will be waiting for you at its bottom. The detailed information with photos of the meeting point and your museum guide you will get with an extra file. Use the contact details on your confirmation/voucher if you have any question or have any difficulties to find the meeting point or your guide. Your guide will have you museum entrance tickets with her.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
