2015, ISBN: 9783777423241

For ten whole months, from September 1814 to June 1815, the imperial residential city of Vienna was the centre of Europe. Never before had there been a comparable meeting of sovereigns an… Altro …

For ten whole months, from September 1814 to June 1815, the imperial residential city of Vienna was the centre of Europe. Never before had there been a comparable meeting of sovereigns and their ambassadors: two emperors (Tsar Alexander I, Emperor Francis I[II]), five kings (Frederick I of Württemberg, Frederick VI of Denmark, Frederick William III of Prussia, Frederick August I of Saxony, Maximilian I of Bavaria), also many princes and diplomats from practically all parts of the continent converged upon th e capital for the diplomatic proceedings. The re - ordering of the European continent aimed to secure political stability at last after the Napoleonic Wars. Europe’s borders were redefined, the political balance of power re - established. These diplomatic proc eedings were accompanied by entertainments of all kinds – balls, festivities, sleigh rides and receptions, also theatre performances and musical events, the splendours of which were documented in words and pictures. Vienna blossomed as the centre of social life; the enhanced purchasing power also boosted the economy, brought foreign painters into the imperial capital, and spurred on all genres of art production on the home front. Thus the city became the political, cultural and social nucleus of Europe. Wi th numerous historical photographs, paintings and historical documents the publication will show the impact that this meeting had on the whole European continent and especially on Vienna. Several essays will draw light on the political, the cultural and th e entertainment side of this event of the century. Books Agnes Husslein-Arco|Hardback|Hirmer Verlag|23/03/2015, Hirmer Verlag<

ISBN: 9783777423241

From September 1814 to June 1815, Vienna was the undisputed center of Europe. As the Congress of Vienna convened, the city saw an unprecedented gathering of crowned heads and their ambass… Altro …

From September 1814 to June 1815, Vienna was the undisputed center of Europe. As the Congress of Vienna convened, the city saw an unprecedented gathering of crowned heads and their ambassadors. Among them were a tsar, an emperor, and no fewer than five kings as the leaders of Europe attempted to remake the continent in the wake of the Napoleonic wars. In total, two hundred European countries came together to discuss the future of the European continent. And while the diplomats worked during the day, in the evening, Viennese society blossomed: there were balls, parties, sleigh rides, receptions, theatrical performances, musical events, and much more. Vienna was suddenly the heart not just of European diplomacy, but of European social life as well.             This book draws on an astonishing trove of documents, including historical photographs and paintings, to re-create the atmosphere of the Congress of Vienna. The incredible images and documents are supported by essays that shed light on the political, cultural, and social aspects of the gathering. The resulting volume not only takes readers to an unforgettable moment in the past, but also highlights the continuing effects of this historic gathering for Europe and the entire world. Trade Books>Hardcover>Art,Design & Photography>Art>Surveys, Hirmer Publishers Core >2<

2015, ISBN: 3777423246

Die europäischen Herrscher und ihre Gesandten bestimmten am sogenannten Wiener Kongress die Neuordnung Europas nach den Napoleonischen Kriegen. Der Band gibt mit einer Fülle an eindrucksv… Altro …

Die europäischen Herrscher und ihre Gesandten bestimmten am sogenannten Wiener Kongress die Neuordnung Europas nach den Napoleonischen Kriegen. Der Band gibt mit einer Fülle an eindrucksvollen Kunstwerken einen spannenden Einblick in die Diplomatie und Politik, Kunst und Kultur sowie das gesellschaftliche Leben während des zehnmonatigen Kongresses. Media Buch, 448 Seiten, Media > Books, Hirmer, 2015<

2015, ISBN: 9783777423241

[ED: Gebunden], [PU: Hirmer], DE, [SC: 0.00], Neuware, gewerbliches Angebot, 285x230 mm, 408, [GW: 2281g], 1

2015, ISBN: 9783777423241

Hirmer Verlag, 2015. Hardcover. New. 01 edition. 407 pages. 12.00x10.00x1.00 inches., Hirmer Verlag, 2015, 6