Dumba-Villa

Dumba-Villa is a country residence built in the early 1870s near Liezen in Styria, Austria. The structure featured wooden arcades, a side tower with timber-frame details, and views over the Enns Valley, though it was demolished in 1960 and only the manor house remains today.

Architect August Krumholz designed the villa between 1874 and 1875 for Nikolaus Dumba, a wealthy Viennese industrialist and politician of Greek descent. The building became an important cultural center during the late 1800s before facing demolition decades later.

The residence served as a gathering place for Vienna's artistic circles, attracting musicians and artists throughout the late 1800s. Visitors came to experience the owner's notable art collection and participate in cultural exchange.

The main building was later converted into a music school and operated until 1960. Today visitors can only see the remaining structures, as the original complex no longer stands complete.

The facade featured a decorative sgraffito frieze depicting hunting scenes, adding an unusual artistic touch to the exterior. The design also incorporated architectural elements inspired by Ernst Brücke's color theory research.

Location: Liezen

GPS coordinates: 47.56887,14.23742

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:41