Vera et Accurata Delineato Omnium Templorum et Coenobiorum...Aller Kirchen und Klöster..in der Residenz-Statt Wien..

Salomon Kleiner, 1724

MEDIUMEngraving
DIMENSIONSOverall: 13 3/8 x 10 1/16 x 1 13/16 in. (34 x 25.5 x 4.6 cm)
LOCATIONThe Metropolitan Museum of Art
COLLECTIONDrawings and Prints
CREDIT LINEHarris Brisbane Dick Fund, 1931

Step back into 18th-century Vienna with Salomon Kleiner's detailed engraving, showcasing the city's magnificent churches and monasteries. It's a precise architectural snapshot of a bustling Baroque capital.

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ABOUT THIS WORK

Salomon Kleiner's "Vera et Accurata Delineato Omnium Templorum et Coenobiorum...Aller Kirchen und Klöster..in der Residenz-Statt Wien.." is a meticulously crafted engraving from 1724, offering a detailed glimpse into the architectural landscape of Vienna during the Baroque era. Kleiner, known for his architectural views and garden designs, specialized in capturing the grandeur of European residences and urban environments, as evidenced by his other works like "Representation...des Chateaux de Weissenstein" and "Residences Memorables de l'Incomporable Heros de Nôtre Siècle." This particular work, whose title translates to 'True and Accurate Delineation of All Temples and Monasteries...All Churches and Monasteries..in the Residence City of Vienna,' served as a comprehensive visual record, likely intended for patrons interested in the city's ecclesiastical magnificence. His engravings often showcased a precise, almost documentary style, allowing viewers to appreciate the intricate details of the buildings and their settings. The artwork's large format and detailed execution speak to the importance of architectural illustration in the 18th century, a period when such prints disseminated knowledge of grand constructions and urban planning across Europe.

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The intricate details of each church facade

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The precise architectural lines and perspective

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Variations in rooflines and spire designs

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THE ARTIST
Salomon Kleiner 1700–1761 · Holy Roman Empire

Salomon Kleiner masterfully captured the grandeur of 18th-century European architecture and gardens through his intricate engravings.

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