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 study Robert Eigenberger's use of color across all works?
Robert Eigenberger's use of color across the works listed on this website can be studied on the artist's Palette Genome page.
In which historical period did Robert Eigenberger work?
Robert Eigenberger worked in the Modern period. The period situates the artist's activity in history.
Is there a 3D virtual tour of Robert Eigenberger's works?
A virtual visit is possible: the 3D Museum page of Robert Eigenberger presents the artist's works in a three-dimensional gallery.
Where are Robert Eigenberger's artworks mapped by subject?
The Subject Atlas of Robert Eigenberger is a page that maps the artist's artworks by their subjects.
