Belvedere Event: Erika Giovanna Klien and Franz Čižek in Focus
The exhibition "Im Fokus: Erika Giovanna Klien und Franz Čižek" at the Belvedere in Vienna delves into the relationships between two notable figures in Viennese art education: Franz Čižek (1865–1946) and Erika Giovanna Klien. Čižek, who taught ornamental form theory at the Vienna School of Arts and Crafts, established the Jugendkunstklasse with the guiding principle "Nichts lehren, nichts lernen! Wachsen lassen aus eigener Wurzel!" This initiative led to the emergence of Viennese Kineticism. Klien, a distinguished former pupil of Čižek, advanced theories regarding children's artistic expression. The program features a dialogue with curator Verena Gamper and Čižek specialist Rolf Laven. Attendees must possess a valid event ticket, and silent systems will be utilized during the tour.
Key facts
- Franz Čižek (1865–1946) was an artist and art educator at the Vienna School of Arts and Crafts.
- Čižek led the class for ornamental form theory and founded the Jugendkunstklasse.
- The Jugendkunstklasse was based on the motto 'Nichts lehren, nichts lernen! Wachsen lassen aus eigener Wurzel!'
- The ornamental form theory class was the origin of Viennese Kineticism.
- Erika Giovanna Klien studied under Čižek and later became a renowned art educator.
- Klien developed her own theories on children's perception and creative processes.
- The event features a discussion between curator Verena Gamper and Čižek expert Rolf Laven.
- The event requires a valid event ticket and admission ticket, and uses silent systems.
- The event is held at the Unteres Belvedere.
- Related exhibitions include 'Im Fokus: Erika Giovanna Klien. Warum malt sie keine Blumen?' and 'In Bewegung: Erika Giovanna Klien'.
Entities
Artists
- Erika Giovanna Klien
- Franz Čižek
Institutions
- Belvedere
- Wiener Kunstgewerbeschule
Locations
- Vienna
- Austria