# POLLACK, Mihály

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## Artist

- Lifespan: 1773–1855
- Profession: architect
- School: Hungarian

## Biography

Hungarian architect of Austrian descent. He was a key figure of Neoclassical architecture in Hungary. His main work is the Hungarian National Museum \(1837-46\). In about 1793 he moved to Milan to his half-brother, the architect Leopold Pollack. In 1798 moved to Pest, where in 1808 took a leading role in the city&#39;s Beautification Commission, and became increasingly influential. Between 1810 and 1830 he designed many residential buildings, later larger palaces and public buildings. His architectural expression progressed from Baroque towards Neoclassical style.

## Related artworks

- [Exterior view](<https://beta.wga.hu/artists/pollack-mihly-r05a1d1c2ac08b4/exterior-view-re891b52f29d597>)

## Attribution

[Web Gallery of Art](<https://beta.wga.hu/pages/about>)
