Puzzle Wien

The Site plan of the imperial and royal capital and residence city of Vienna, including views of residential buildings of prominent businessmen. created by Carl Graf Vasquez in 1830 is one of the most significant cartographic documents for understanding the urban development of nineteenth-century Vienna. In this work, Vasquez combines topographical precision with artistic sensitivity, carefully outlining the structure of the city during a period of profound transformation. The map does not merely display the main roadways and traditional residential districts, but also highlights the growing presence of administrative offices, production sites, and factories—elements that reflect the early stages of the capital’s economic modernization.

The year 1830 marks a crucial moment for Vienna, characterized by an increase in industrial activities and a more complex urban system. Vasquez records these changes through a detailed depiction of workplaces, public spaces, and new infrastructures, thus offering a comprehensive overview of the city’s social and productive functions. His map therefore becomes not only a valuable geographical tool, but also an essential historical source for understanding how Vienna was redefining its identity between tradition and progress.

Specifications:

• 540 pieces;
  
• Finished puzzle: 35 × 50 cm;
  
• Box size: 8 × 8 × 28 cm;
  
• Architoys exclusive;
  
• Not suitable for children under 3 years of age.