Alban Berg monument, Vienna, Contemporary sculpture at Herbert-von-Karajan-Platz, Vienna, Austria
The Alban Berg monument is a contemporary aluminum sculpture in front of the Vienna State Opera and features three interwoven loops rising about five meters high. The structure honors four important composers and figures: Berg himself, Schönberg, Webern, and former opera conductor Gustav Mahler.
The monument was constructed between 2015 and 2016, marking the connection between Berg and the Vienna opera world and other major composers of his era. Its placement at this prominent location next to the State Opera ensures the artistic achievements of these musicians remain visible to the public.
The monument references the twelve-tone musical technique that Berg favored in his works, with the twelve-step pedestal reinforcing this musical connection. Visitors can observe these musical references while walking around the structure.
The monument sits directly in front of the State Opera and is easily reached on foot or by public transportation near the venue. Visitors can view it anytime since it stands in public space with no restricted access.
The structure was specially engineered to stand on a platform above an underground parking garage, requiring unique technical solutions. This demonstrates how contemporary monuments can be realized in tight urban settings.
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