Mozart – Eine Hommage

Mozart - Eine Hommage is a 2.95-meter-tall bronze sculpture displaying a female torso with Mozart's distinctive pigtailed hairstyle, positioned in front of Saint Mark's Church. The work sits on Ursulinenplatz and serves as a central landmark along the city's contemporary art walking route.

The sculpture was created by Markus Lüpertz in 2005 as part of the Salzburg Walk of Modern Art, integrating contemporary artistic expression into the city's classical architectural context. It represents a moment when the city chose to expand its artistic landscape with new works.

The work blends classical and modern artistic traditions through its interpretation of Mozart, merging masculine and feminine forms in a single bronze piece. This fusion reflects how contemporary artists engage with the city's musical heritage and history.

The sculpture sits on Ursulinenplatz in the city center and is easily accessible on foot, especially when following the designated art walk route. Visitors get the best views of the bronze details and surface textures during daylight hours, particularly in brighter conditions.

Shortly after its installation, the sculpture was covered in oil paint and feathers in 2005 as a protest against its placement near a church. This unexpected incident temporarily sparked debate and revealed differing views about contemporary art in public spaces.