Ödön Lechner: Architect of Hungarian Szecesszió Ödön Lechner (born János Ödön Lechner; 27 August 1845 – 10 June 1914) stands as a towering figure in Hungarian architectural history, embodying the spirit and aesthetic ideals of the Szecesszió movement—a vibrant expression of Art Nouveau that flourished across Europe during the fin de siècle. This movement sought to liberate architecture from the constraints of classical tradition, embracing organic forms and innovative materials like iron and Zsolnay tiles – a vision perfectly realized by Lechner’s prolific output. Early Life & Education Le…