An exhibition where six museum employees from major Viennese institutions share their personal favorite artworks. Each employee highlights a specific piece and discusses its significance and their connection to it, offering unique insights into the collections.
The feature "Mit anderen Augen" (With Other Eyes) delves into the personal connections between museum staff and the art they care for. Six dedicated employees from prominent Viennese museums, including the Naturhistorisches Museum Wien, Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien, Wien Museum, MAK, Belvedere, and Albertina, each select and present their most cherished artwork. These individuals, from diverse roles within the institutions, share intimate stories and detailed observations about their chosen pieces, offering a unique perspective beyond standard curatorial narratives. Their selections range from a taxidermied jaguar and symbolic paintings to provocative sculptures and iconic pieces, revealing the personal narratives and emotional resonance within these vast collections. This approach highlights the human element behind the preservation and appreciation of art, demonstrating how staff expertise and passion bring these cultural treasures to life.