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Exhibtions 2026 Kunsthistorisches Museum

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A busy waterfront scene depicts various boats and gondolas docked in a canal. The shoreline features buildings with a mix of architectural styles, while people walk along the edge. Soft clouds drift in the blue sky, adding to the lively atmosphere of the harbor.

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Exhibitions Kunsthistorisches Museum 2026

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The Riva degli Schiavoni in Venice

Antonio Canal, known as Canaletto
1724/30
Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Picture Gallery
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Vienna Viewed From the Belvedere Palace

Bernardo Bellotto
1759/60
Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Picture Gallery
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A panoramic view of a serene cityscape featuring architectural landmarks, gardens, and a water body. People stroll along pathways, enjoying the landscape. The sky is filled with gentle hues of twilight, enhancing the tranquil atmosphere of the scene.

Gemma Augustea

9–12 CE
Onyx, h 19 cm, w 23 cm
Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Collection of Greek and Roman Antiquities
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A carved relief featuring mythological figures, divided into two scenes. The upper section depicts gods seated on thrones, while the lower shows warriors in conflict. The intricate details emphasize the characters' expressions and postures, illustrating a dramatic narrative from ancient mythology.

Mummy mask

3rd–1st century BCE
Linen, stuccoed, painted, and partially gilded
H 48 cm, w 26 cm, d 28 cm
Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Egyptian and Near Eastern Collection
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A gold and black funerary mask featuring a stylized human face with large eyes and a serene expression. The headdress is decorated with black and gold stripes, emphasizing the ancient Egyptian artistry. The mask is presented on a sturdy base for display.

Portrait of an Old Man

Gian Lorenzo Bernini
c.1670
Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Picture Gallery
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A portrait of an older man with light, wavy hair and a slight mustache. He wears a dark robe with a large white collar. The background is dark, focusing attention on his serious expression and thoughtful gaze.

Infanta Margarita (1651–1673) in a Blue Dress

Diego Rodriguez de Silva y Velázquez
1659
Canvas, 125.5 x 106 cm
Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Picture Gallery
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A young girl is depicted wearing an elaborate blue and white dress adorned with ribbons and lace. She has long, light hair and is holding a small fan. The background contains dark furniture, suggesting an interior setting. The overall mood is one of grace and elegance.

Head from a Sphinx of Sesostris III

12th dynasty, reign of Sesostris III, 1878/43 BCE
Siltstone, h 21.9 cm, w 33.2 cm, d 32.1 cm, 46 kg (including base)
Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Egyptian and Near Eastern Collection
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