R’n’B Speciál | “The Prince spoke only of paintings.” Wenzel Anton von Kaunitz-Rietberg as a collector

Gernot Mayer studied art history in Vienna and Venice. His research focuses on Italian and Central European art of the 17th and 18th centuries, particularly in the context of collecting history and cultural transfer. His book, which can also be found in the library of our Department of Art History, Kulturpolitik der Aufklärung: Wenzel Anton von Kaunitz-Rietberg und die Künste (sig. K’-VIII-113), based on his doctoral dissertation, offers a fresh and comprehensive perspective on this remarkable Chancellor, highlighting his artistic patronage within the context of his reform policies.

The lecture will take place on Monday, 10 November 2025, at 5:00 PM at the Hans Belting Library and will be in English. We look forward to seeing you!