Ritz Hotel Auction Preview, Vienna, March 2018
The Ritz Hotel was renovated in 2012, and many of its furnishings will be auctioned by Artcurial in Paris in April 2018. The auction offers the rare opportunity to bring a piece of Parisian elegance into one's own home. Collectors should not let this opportunity pass. It is not for nothing that the English word "ritzy" developed to describe this exquisite style. A selection of furnishings can be viewed from March 16 to 23, 2018 at Rudolfsplatz 3, 1010 Vienna. With the support of Theresa Bienenstein/Bienenstein Concepts, the hall and bar have been designed accordingly, and one can directly feel the flair of past centuries.
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Elegant Arched Hallway with Red Carpet Leading to Sunlit Doorway Neoclassical interior corridor featuring gracefully ascending barrel-vaulted ceilings with soft pink and white architectural detailing, punctuated by wall-mounted sconce lighting. A vibrant crimson carpet runner extends the length of the hallway, leading to an elegant arched window door at the far end framing verdant exterior foliage, creating a luminous and symmetrical spatial composition. The architectural perspective emphasizes classical proportions and refined architectural precision. Tropical Interior with Wrought Iron Café Seating and Lush Botanical Backdrop White metal café table and chairs positioned on an ornate patterned rug, surrounded by verdant tropical foliage including a prominent banana plant and smaller palm fronds. A delicate tiered serving stand rests on the table, suggesting an intimate interior setting with a colonial-inspired decorative aesthetic and layered botanical elements. 
Elegant Interior with Botanical Elements and Rococo-Style Seating Arrangement Luxurious interior vignette featuring two pale blue ornate chairs positioned on a blue-and-white area rug, flanked by sumptuous gold-toned drapery and dramatic large tropical botanical foliage. The composition harmoniously blends classical European design elements with lush greenery, creating a sophisticated tableau that emphasizes texture, delicate metalwork, and organic botanical forms against a neutral architectural backdrop. 
Classical Stone Sculpture of Curly-Haired Figure Amid Botanical Setting Sculptural bust rendered in monochromatic stone, depicting a youthful figure with elegantly arranged curling hair and a contemplative upward-gazing expression. The sculpture is partially obscured by delicate green botanical leaves in the foreground, creating a layered visual composition that softens the stone's hard edges and introduces an organic, naturalistic element to the photographic framing. 
Tapestry Scene of Pastoral Figures in Soft Woven Landscape Intricate textile depicting three figures in a pastoral setting, rendered in delicate pastel hues of blue, yellow, and red. A woman in a golden-yellow dress sits centrally, engaging with a seated companion, while another figure stands partially in the background, with soft landscape and architectural elements subtly woven into the textile's nuanced background. The image showcases the meticulous craftsmanship of historical tapestry weaving techniques. 
Woman in Silver Jacket Gesturing Amid Lush Indoor Greenery A woman with short blonde hair stands in a verdant interior space, wearing a shimmering silver zippered jacket and a pleated light-colored skirt. Her open-handed gesture and warm smile suggest an engaged conversational moment, with tropical foliage and soft architectural elements creating a natural, inviting background. Photographic composition emphasizes her dynamic posture and the interplay of textural elements in the scene. 
Mid-Career Professional in Grey Knit Sweater Amid Indoor Botanical Setting A woman in a fitted grey sweater stands contemplatively in a verdant interior space with lush green botanical elements framing her profile. Her gesture suggests introspection, with hands clasped and gaze angled slightly off-center, creating a sense of professional composure against the soft, organic background of foliage and diffused natural lighting. 
Reading Catalog in Cozy Interior with Decorative Patterned Rug and Seating A person studies an illustrated catalog or reference book while seated in a warmly furnished interior space. The subject's attention is focused on the multi-page document, surrounded by soft furnishings including a patterned area rug, green seating, and a yellow accent chair. Soft natural lighting illuminates the scene, suggesting an intimate, contemplative moment of research or design exploration. 
Woman in Olive Green Blouse Contemplating Among Lush Indoor Botanical Setting A middle-aged woman with shoulder-length wavy hair stands amidst verdant foliage, wearing an olive green blouse with subtle pleated detailing. Her gaze is averted to the side, hands clasped in a contemplative gesture, surrounded by various green plants and soft, diffused lighting that creates a serene, introspective atmosphere. The composition suggests an intimate, reflective moment within an indoor garden or conservatory environment. 
Professional in Pinstripes Standing Amid Botanical Backdrop A well-groomed professional in a tailored navy pinstripe suit and diagonally striped red tie stands amid lush greenery, projecting a confident demeanor with a warm, engaging smile. The image is compositionally framed by verdant foliage in the foreground and background, creating a natural, organic setting that contrasts with the subject's refined business attire. Soft, diffused lighting illuminates the scene, highlighting the subject's facial expression and the textural details of his suit and the surrounding botanical elements. 
Middle-Aged Professional in Blue Suit and Patterned Tie at Indoor Location Mature gentleman wearing rectangular eyeglasses and a tailored navy blue suit with a delicately patterned white tie, positioned in an interior space with soft natural lighting and botanical elements in the background. The subject appears contemplative, gazing slightly off-camera with a composed and professional demeanor, suggesting an official or business-related context within an architectural setting with organic decorative elements. 
Senior Official in Navy Suit Holding Documents at Outdoor Location Middle-aged professional wearing dark blue suit and patterned tie stands in an exterior setting with foliage and architectural elements in the background. Holding papers and a writing implement, the subject appears poised and attentive, wearing rectangular eyeglasses and presenting a composed demeanor typical of an administrative or governmental role. The soft natural lighting and carefully arranged background suggest a deliberately staged photographic portrait. 
Mid-Century Professional Colleagues in Botanical Interior Setting Photograph depicting two professionally dressed individuals positioned in a verdant interior space with botanical elements. A man in a pinstripe suit and striped tie holding a book stands beside a woman wearing an olive-toned structured jacket with decorative pleating, both exhibiting a composed, contemplative demeanor amid lush greenery and architectural elements. Their spatial arrangement and professional attire suggest a mid-20th century institutional or cultural context. 
Elegantly Attired Individual Holding Ritz Paris Magazine in Pinstripe Suit Precise composition revealing a torso view of an individual dressed in a navy pinstripe suit, hands clasped around a glossy Ritz Paris publication. The subject's refined presentation—crisp white shirt, red-and-blue striped tie, and professional demeanor—suggests a sophisticated urban context of cultural or professional engagement. The carefully framed image focuses on the publication and the subject's impeccably styled attire, highlighting a moment of understated elegance. 
Professionally Attired Man Holding Literary Magazine in Elegant Interior Setting A gentleman in a navy pinstripe suit and red-and-blue striped tie stands confidently within a softly lit interior space with textured green curtains and natural elements in the background. He holds a white-covered book or magazine, positioned centrally in the frame, with a poised and composed demeanor that suggests scholarly or literary expertise. The photograph captures a refined, intellectually oriented portrait of a professional in an intimate, stylized environment. 
Art du XXe Siècle: Cubist Landscape Exploring Architectural Abstraction Artourial auction catalogue featuring a cubist painting depicting an abstracted architectural scene with geometric house structures rendered in muted earth tones. The art historical publication explores early 20th-century avant-garde movements, positioned atop an intricate floral textile background that provides textural contrast to the modernist artwork. 
Art Exhibition Catalogues Showcasing 20th Century Artistic Movements and Exhibitions Three art exhibition catalogues are arranged on a floral patterned surface, displaying publications related to modern art movements. The visible catalogue "Art du XXe Siècle" features a colorful, abstract artwork on its cover, suggesting an exploration of 20th-century avant-garde artistic styles and periods of renewal. The carefully positioned documents reveal scholarly publications documenting artistic exhibitions and research. 
Professional Photoshoot with Woman in White Dress at Elegant Indoor Location A professional photographer captures a woman seated on an ornate white metal chair, dressed in a light-toned outfit against a lush botanical interior setting. The scene features verdant plants, a decorative rug, and intricate architectural elements, with another individual partially visible in the foreground photographing the subject. Soft natural lighting and carefully composed staging suggest a deliberate, stylized portrait session.