Ferdinand Raimund (1790-1836) was an Austrian actor/dramatist and a master of the Viennese Posse. Watching his plays give insights into the life of the first half of the 19th century in Vienna. [German]
Monument to Ferdinand Raimund in Vienna
His monument stands next to the Volkstheater in the Weghuberpark. The work designed by Franz Vogel shows Ferdinand Raimund in Biedermeier clothing sitting on a bench. The lady behind him represents a fairy, who differs from a classic angel by her dragonfly-shaped wings and a star on the forehead.
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- Ferdinand Raimund (Wikipedia)
- Posse (Wikipedia)