Archaeological Collection

Welcome to the
Archaeological Collection

Kristina Klein

The Department of Classical Archaeology is part of the Faculty of History and Cultural Studies at the University of Vienna.

With over 1,200 plaster casts and 4,100 original artefacts, the Collection of the Institute of Classical Archaeology in Vienna offers an overview of the material and visual culture of Classical antiquity.

The Collection contains items from across of the ancient world, with a chronological span from the Bronze Age until Late Antiquity and a geographical range from Germany to the Levant. Particular strengths of the collection include casts of architectural relief sculpture from the Greek world between the 6th and the 1st centuries BCE, Greek funerary and votive reliefs, and Roman portrait busts. An especial highlight are the casts on buildings in ancient Lycia, as well as scale models of these buildings.
 

The Collection was established in 1868 as a teaching and study collection for students at the University of Vienna. This remains its primary function today, although we also welcome visits from researchers, schools, and the public.

You can find information about our institute here.

  • For Groups & Schoolclasses

    Discover the fascinating world of antiquity right in the heart of Vienna! Our Archaeological Collection brings history to life—with over 1,200 plaster casts and around 4,100 original artifacts.

    Whether it’s Greek gods, Roman emperors, ancient architecture, or life thousands of years ago—a visit offers exciting insights into antiquity.

  • Discover antiquity instead of just reading about it.

    What can you expect?

    • Ancient Art
    • Learn about the Greeks and Romans
    • A look behind the scenes at the museum’s exhibits
    • An extraordinary place to learn
    • And much more

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