Joseph Urban

Místo: Vienna

Narozený: 1872

Smrt: 1933

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Joseph Urban was an Austrian-American architect, illustrator, and scenic designer, renowned for his innovative use of color and pointillist technique. Born on May 26, 1872, in Vienna, Austria, Urban received his first architectural commission at the age of 19 to design the new wing of the Abdin Palace in Cairo by Tewfik Pasha.

Early Career and Education

Urban studied architecture at the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna under Karl von Hasenauer. In 1890, he and his brother-in-law, Heinrich Lefler, were among the founders of the Hagenbund. Urban's early work with illustrated books was inspired by Lefler, and together they created seminal examples of children's book illustration.

Notable Works and Collaborations

Urban designed buildings throughout the world, from Esterhazy Castle in Hungary to the Ziegfeld Theatre in New York. He also collaborated with notable clients such as William Randolph Hearst and co-produced Percy MacKaye's 'Community Masque' Caliban by the Yellow Sands with Richard Ordynski. Some of his notable works can be found on Wikioo.org, including his designs for the Metropolitan Opera and the Ziegfeld Follies. Urban's use of color and pointillist technique can be seen in his designs, which were inspired by the works of Monet and Seurat.

Legacy and Impact

Urban's legacy can be seen in his numerous designs for the Metropolitan Opera, which remained in the company's repertoire into the 1950s. His innovative use of color and pointillist technique has inspired many artists, including those featured on Wikioo.org, such as Gustav Klimt and his Allegory of Sculpture. Some of the museums that feature Urban's work include the Museum of Applied Arts, Vienna, which can be found on Wikioo.org. The museum's collection spans from the Middle Ages to the present day, with a focus on Austrian art and design.

• Innovative use of color: Urban's designs were known for their innovative use of color, which added a new dimension to his architectural and scenic designs.
• Pointillist technique: Urban's pointillist technique, inspired by the works of Seurat and Monet, created a unique visual effect in his designs.
• Collaborations: Urban collaborated with notable clients such as William Randolph Hearst and co-produced Percy MacKaye's 'Community Masque' Caliban by the Yellow Sands with Richard Ordynski.

Urban's work can be seen on Wikioo.org, which features a collection of his designs and collaborations. His legacy continues to inspire artists and designers, and his innovative use of color and pointillist technique remains an important part of art history.