Vienna was a desired locale because of the influence of the Vienna School of Fantastic Realism. The academy is located near Ernst Fuchs' studio, the Palais Pálffy and Phantasten Museum, which has some of Sage's works.
Vienna was an attractive location for artists due to its association with the Vienna School of Fantastic Realism. The academy is situated in close proximity to Ernst Fuchs' studio, the Palais Pálffy and Phantasten Museum, which contains works by Sage.