Wieden in Wien, Austria — Central Europe (Eastern Alps)
Antonio Vivaldi
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, November 9, 2022
1. Antonio Vivaldi Marker
An dieser Stelle befand sich bis 1789 der Burgerspitals - oder Armensunder-Gottesacker
Antonio Vivaldi
Geboren am 4. mδrz 1678 in Venedig
Wurde hier am 28. juli 1741 begraben
The poorhouse cemetery or Potters field was located here until 1789. Antonio Vivaldi, born on March 4, 1678 in Venice, was buried here on July 28, 1741.
Erected 1978 by Creditanstalt-Bankverein.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Cemeteries & Burial Sites • Entertainment. A significant historical date for this entry is July 28, 1741.
Location. 48° 11.922′ N, 16° 22.246′ E. Marker is in Wien. It is in Wieden. It is on Karlsplatz, on the left when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Karlsplatz 12, Wien 1040, Austria. Touch for directions.
Regionally, it is in Europe, the European Union, Central Europe, the Schengen Area, Western Europe, and the Western World. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire and specifically also the Holy Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Johann und Josef Strauss (a few steps from this marker); Johannes Brahms (within shouting distance of this marker); Kaiserliche Akademie der Wissenschaften / Imperial Academy of Sciences
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Also see . . .
1. Antonio Vivaldi (Britannica).
Excerpt: Antonio Vivaldi, in full Antonio Lucio Vivaldi, (born March 4, 1678, Venice, Republic of Venice [Italy]died July 28, 1741, Vienna, Austria), Italian composer and violinist who left a decisive mark on the form of the concerto and the style of late Baroque instrumental music.(Submitted on January 13, 2023.)
2. Antonio Vivaldi (Wikipedia).
On his death: Vivaldi moved to Vienna probably to stage operas, especially as he took up residence near the Kδrntnertortheater. Shortly after his arrival in Vienna, Charles VI died, which left the composer without any royal protection or a steady source of income. Soon afterwards, Vivaldi became impoverished and died during the night of 27/28 July(Submitted on January 13, 2023.)1741, aged 63, of "internal infection", in a house owned by the widow of a Viennese saddlemaker. On 28 July, Vivaldi was buried in a simple grave in a burial ground that was owned by the public hospital fund. His funeral took place at St. Stephen's Cathedral...Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, November 9, 20222. Antonio Vivaldi MarkerThe marker is visible here, mounted to the building, directly above and behind the red van.
Credits. This page was last revised on January 13, 2023. It was originally submitted on January 13, 2023, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 1,307 times since then and 105 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 13, 2023, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
