The portrait panel ‘Orient’ in the collection of Archduke Ferdinand

A participatory study at the KHM

Panel E “Orient” in the Coin Cabinet of the Kunsthistorisches Museum is part of Ferdinand II of Tyrol's portrait collection. It presents 34 rulers of the ‘Balkans and the Orient’. Danila Mayer investigated how these images, for which there is hardly any accompanying text on site, are perceived. To this end, she invited people to visit and interviewed them. In her lecture, she will discuss her research findings and also shed light on the portraits and their history.

Danila Mayer is a cultural and social anthropologist. In her many years of working with young people, she has developed participatory approaches, was part of the concept team for the Welt in Bewegung (World in Motion) room in the museum's permanent exhibition, and gained experience in guest services at the Kunsthistorisches Museum. She is also a founding member of the IUAES Commission on Anthropology of the Middle East.

An event organized by the Weltmuseum Wien Friends. The Weltmuseum Wien Friends association offers a variety of advanced events to all those interested in the Weltmuseum Wien, such as object discussions, special guided tours, and excursions as well as film and photo presentations.

Presentation in German.
All guests require a valid museum ticket to participate in the event.
Participation is free for Annual Ticket holders, Weltmuseum Wien Friends, Patrons, Members, and Ambassadors as well as ICOM members and holders of the Kulturpass card.
Registration: friends@weltmuseumwien.at
Meeting point: WMW Forum