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Neptune's Fountain (foreground) and the Gloriette, on the grounds of Schloss Schönbrunn, Vienna.
The Baroque period was a transformative era for Vienna, characterized by an upsurge in construction that established the city as a magnificent imperial capital. Several prominent architects were instrumental in shaping this architectural landscape:
- Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach: A preeminent architect who served three successive emperors. His notable contributions to Vienna include the first plan for the Schloss Schönbrunn, the Church of St. Charles, and the Winter Palace of Prince Eugene of Savoy.1234
- Johann Lucas von Hildebrandt: A leading court architect famous for his decorative style. His major works in Vienna include the Belvedere palaces, the Church of St. Peter, and the Schwarzenberg Palace.524
- Josef Emanuel Fischer von Erlach: The son of Johann Bernhard, he also contributed to the city's development, notably designing the Hof Library in Vienna.23
- Jakob Prandtauer: Known for his work on monasteries, he was a rival to the other major architects of the time and contributed to the broader Austrian Baroque movement.2
These architects, along with others, helped define the city's character through the construction of palaces, churches, and stately homes between 1700 and 1730.23