A Chronicler of Viennese Society: The Life and Art of Josef Kriehuber Josef Kriehuber, born in Vienna on December 14th, 1800, wasn’t a revolutionary artist seeking to shatter conventions. Instead, he quietly became one of the most prolific and insightful chroniclers of 19th-century Viennese society through his extraordinary mastery of lithography. His life was less about grand pronouncements and more about meticulous observation – capturing the essence of everyday life, social standing, and the spirit of an era with a remarkable dedication to detail. Kriehuber’s journey began within the esta…