The Life and Academic Career of Robert Eigenberger
Robert Eigenberger was an Austrian art historian, painter, pedagogue, restorer, and university teacher. Born in Sedlec, Czech Republic, he pursued his studies in art history in Prague, Munich, Göttingen, and Berlin. His professional journey included serving as an assistant at the K. K. Zentralkommission für Denkmalpflege in Vienna and later becoming the director of the Gemäldegalerie at the Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna. Throughout his distinguished academic career, he held various roles at the Academy, including serving as a professor and eventually as the Rector from 1951 to 1955. He also led the Institute for Sacred Art following his retirement.
Artistic Practice and Pseudonym
In addition to his academic and restorative work, Eigenberger was an active painter who often exhibited under the pseudonym Karl Reigen. His artistic output was diverse, encompassing the following subjects:
His recognition within the art community included membership in the Vienna Secession and the Wiener Künstlerhaus, as well as receiving the Austrian State Prize for Painting in 1930.
Questions & Answers
Can I visit a virtual museum of Robert Eigenberger's works?
Robert Eigenberger's artworks can be seen in a 3D gallery on the artist's 3D Museum page.
How do I find all works by Robert Eigenberger in a given medium?
To find all works by Robert Eigenberger in a given medium, use the artist's All Medium page.
What moods do Robert Eigenberger's artworks express?
Robert Eigenberger's works can be browsed by mood on the artist's Mood Room page, which arranges the artworks by their recorded moods.
Can I explore Robert Eigenberger's works by keyword?
The By Keywords page of Robert Eigenberger groups the artist's artworks by their keywords.
