THE BERNARD RUDOFSKY ESTATE VIENNA

The Bernard Rudofsky Estate Vienna

Holder of the copyright of the entire oeuvre of Bernard Rudofsky (1905-1988), distinguished statesman of the arts, architect and writer. Rudofsky is best known for his book on vernacular architecture "Architecture without Architects".

Bernard Rudofsky

The oeuvre of Bernard Rudofsky includes

  • architectural drawings and plans
  • different sketches (landscapes, design objects e.g. sandals)
  • paintings, aquarelles, drawings (landscapes, architectural scenes in the Mediterranean, e.g. Santorin, Amalfi Coast)
  • architectural photographies (Rudofsky was a pioneer in vernacular photography in the 1930ies),
  • prototypes of his design creations (sandals, furniture etc.)
  • writings including his famous books and other publications.