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Austria. Vienna. St. Charless Church. Baroque. 19th century
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Austria. Vienna. St. Charless Church. Baroque. 19th century
Austria. Vienna. St. Charless Church (Karlskirche). Baroque building. Architects; Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach (1656-1723), Joseph Emanuel Fischer von Erlach (1693-1742). Engraving, 19th century. Colored
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This stunning 19th century engraving captures the awe-inspiring beauty of St. Charles Church, or Karlskirche, in Vienna, Austria. Dating back to the early 18th century, the church is a prime example of Baroque architecture, with its ornate facade and intricate details. Designed by the father-son team of Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach and Joseph Emanuel Fischer von Erlach, the church was built as a thank offering for the end of the plague epidemic that ravaged Vienna in 1713. The church's exterior is adorned with intricate sculptures, columns, and frescoes, all executed in the grand Baroque style. The dome, which can be seen in this engraving, is particularly noteworthy, with its large fresco of the Virgin Mary holding the Child Jesus, surrounded by angels and saints. The interior of the church is equally impressive, with its high ceilings, ornate altars, and intricate frescoes. The church is also home to several notable works of art, including the "Triumph of Charity" by Johann Michael Rottmayr and the "Triumph of Faith" by Daniel Gran. St. Charles Church is not only a significant religious site but also an important cultural and historical landmark in Vienna. It is a testament to the city's rich artistic and architectural heritage, and a must-visit destination for anyone interested in European history, urbanism, and the Baroque and Rococo periods.
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