Emil Barbarini (1855-1933) was an Austrian painter, born in Vienna as the son of the renowned landscape artist Franz Barbarini. While his father focused on alpine themes, Emil developed a distinctive style centered around the bustling life of market scenes. His favorite subject was the flower market in front of the Karlskirche in Vienna, though his travels to the Netherlands and Belgium also inspired numerous market depictions. Influenced by French artists such as Degas and Monet, Barbarini was particularly drawn to capturing the nuances of light at various times of the day, exploring its effect on the vibrancy of his subjects. His work is celebrated for its lively depiction of everyday life and the atmospheric use of light.