Maria Lassnig & Egon Schiele, Albertina, 5th May 2017
Architectural and exhibition photography at the Albertina, Vienna, on May 5, 2017, during the Maria Lassnig exhibition. The series captures the grand marble staircase with its red runner, baroque ceremonial halls under crystal chandeliers, the iconic red armchair mural and gallery views of the museum's neoclassical interiors.
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Maria Lassnig Exhibition: Red Armchair Mural in Minimalist Gallery Space Architectural installation view featuring a bold, stylized red armchair graphic mounted on a pristine white gallery wall, positioned above a white marble staircase with dark green and black metal railings. Large window aperture illuminates the modernist exhibition space, creating a stark visual contrast between the graphic furniture illustration and the clean architectural elements of the gallery. 
Ornate Ceremonial Hall with Crystal Chandeliers and Modern Seating Arrangement Baroque-inspired interior featuring elaborately adorned pale yellow walls, multiple large crystal chandeliers, and elegant white sculptural elements. Rows of contemporary black chairs are arranged in a precise grid on terracotta tile flooring, creating a striking contrast between historical architectural grandeur and minimalist modern design. Tall draped windows and intricate plasterwork suggest a prestigious cultural venue prepared for a formal event or presentation. 
Ornate Baroque Hall Prepared for Ceremonial Conference with Crystal Chandeliers Grand interior featuring pale yellow walls adorned with neoclassical white sculptural reliefs and multiple elaborate crystal chandeliers. Rows of black chairs are precisely arranged in a symmetrical configuration, facing forward in a formal event space with intricate architectural detailing and ornamental ceiling medallions. Elegant classical venue prepared for a formal lecture or diplomatic gathering. 
Neoclassical Interior with Marble Busts and Grand Central Staircase Ornate architectural interior featuring a symmetrical marble-columned entrance hall with a sweeping central staircase covered in a rich red carpet. Two white marble sculptural busts are positioned on pedestals flanking the staircase, framing an elegantly illuminated space with intricate plasterwork on the ceiling and arched windows providing soft, diffused light. The composition emphasizes classical architectural refinement and architectural staging of sculptural elements. 
Grand Marble Staircase with Red Runner in Neoclassical Interior Architecture Monumental white marble staircase featuring an ornate red carpet runner with geometric border design, ascending through a luminous architectural space. Elegant crystal chandeliers illuminate the interior, with dark green metal railings flanking the staircase and white walls creating a sense of refined symmetry and classical grandeur. 
Gallery Visitor Photographing Monet to Picasso Exhibition Wall Text A visitor stands on a staircase landing, positioning a camera or smartphone to capture the exhibition wall text for the "Monet bis Picasso" show at the Batliner collection. Dressed in casual attire, the individual is framed against a white wall, with black stair railings visible, documenting the exhibition space and signage with careful precision. 
Maria Lassnig Exhibition: Minimalist Gallery Installation with Framed Artwork Spare white gallery space featuring multiple framed artworks mounted on a large central wall panel, with wood flooring and neutral tones creating a contemplative viewing environment. Two artworks are visible, one yellow-toned and one depicting a figurative sketch, positioned asymmetrically to emphasize spatial relationships and curatorial design. The installation demonstrates a carefully considered approach to exhibiting delicate works within a modernist architectural context. 
Albertina Museum Interior with Exhibition Portrait and Arched Windows Expansive circular gallery space with soft pink walls and multiple arched white-framed windows, featuring a dramatic skylight overhead. A large portrait painting is positioned on the right side of the image, while an illuminated archway creates a focal point at the center, with exhibition stanchions demarcating the viewing area. The architectural composition emphasizes elegant neoclassical design and carefully curated museum presentation. 
Solitary Figure Crouched in Institutional Archway During Museum Exhibition Installation A lone figure hunches in a compressed posture at the threshold of an elegant, pale pink architectural interior with a luminous arched entryway. Soft institutional lighting illuminates the pristine marble floor and cream-colored interior, creating a stark contrast with the compressed, dark-clothed subject positioned asymmetrically in the foreground, suggestive of psychological tension within an architectural frame. A black bag rests on a nearby bench, adding to the sense of isolation and transient moment.