Fischer Von Erlach Collection

The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, 1801. Creator: Fischer von Erlach, Joseph Emanuel (1693-1742)
The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, 1801. Private Collection

The Colossus of Rhodes. The Olympian Jupiter. The Dianen Temple at Ephes, 1801. Private Collection

Pharos of Alexandria, 1801. Creator: Fischer von Erlach, Joseph Emanuel (1693-1742)
Pharos of Alexandria, 1801. Private Collection

Section and interior of the Great Pyramid. The floating gardens, 1801. Creator: Fischer von Erlach
Section and interior of the Great Pyramid. The floating gardens, 1801. Private Collection

Pharos of Alexandria. Creator: Fischer von Erlach, Joseph Emanuel (1693-1742)
Pharos of Alexandria. Private Collection

Hofburg Palace, Vienna, Austria
3781895 Hofburg Palace, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: Hofburg Palace, Vienna, Austria, 1920s. Caption: Innerer Burghof mit Schweizertor (altester Trakt, rechts) und Reichskanzlei- Trakt (Fischer v)

The Hofburg, Vienna, Austria, c1935. Creator: Unknown
The Hofburg, Vienna, Austria, c1935. St Michaels Wing of the Imperial Palace, designed in the 18th century by Joseph Emanuel Fischer von Erlach, but not built until 1889-1893

Karlskirche, Vienna, Austria, c1935. Creator: Unknown
Karlskirche, Vienna, Austria, c1935. St Charles Church, dedicated to Saint Charles Borromeo, was designed by Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach and his son Joseph Emanuel Fischer von Erlach

Schonbrunn Imperial Palace, Vienna, Austria. Construction of the Habsburgs summer palace at Schonbrunn began in 1696 to the design of Johann Fischer von Erlach

Schunbrunn Palace, Vienna, Austria. Construction of the Habsburgs summer palace at Schonbrunn began in 1696 to the design of Johann Fischer von Erlach

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Fischer von Erlach was a renowned Austrian architect and sculptor who left an indelible mark on the Baroque style of architecture in Vienna. His innovative designs, such as the Karlskirche and Schönbrunn Palace, continue to inspire architects and art enthusiasts around the world. Born in Graz in 1656, Fischer von Erlach studied under famous architects in Rome before returning to Austria to establish his own practice. His grandiose buildings are characterized by their intricate details, dramatic use of light and shadow, and elaborate ornamentation. Fischer von Erlach's most famous work is perhaps the Belvedere Palace complex in Vienna, which showcases his mastery of symmetry and balance. The stunning gardens surrounding the palace are a testament to his skill as a landscape architect as well. Throughout his career, Fischer von Erlach received numerous commissions from royalty and nobility across Europe. His influence can be seen not only in Vienna but also in Prague, Budapest, and even St. Petersburg. Today, Fischer von Erlach's legacy lives on through his timeless architectural masterpieces that continue to awe visitors with their beauty and grandeur. He remains one of Austria's most celebrated artists whose work continues to shape our understanding of Baroque architecture.