A.rtificial I.ntrospection O. at HALLE FÜR KUNST Steiermark Explores Oswald Wiener's Cybernetic Legacy
The exhibition titled A.rtificial I.ntrospection O. (A.I.O.) is currently on display at HALLE FÜR KUNST Steiermark in Graz and will continue until September 6, 2026. Curated by Sandro Droschl and Franca Zitta, it delves into themes of thought, perception, and subjectivity through the works of Oswald Wiener (1935–2021). Wiener's exploration of human consciousness raised early inquiries about AI, asserting that current technology cannot replicate consciousness. His 1969 novel die verbesserung von mitteleuropa and other writings are key references. The exhibition links Wiener's concepts to modern artistic practices, framing introspection as both a political and epistemic endeavor. A comprehensive public program will commence on May 28 at Literaturhaus Graz, featuring a staged reading and a panel discussion.
Key facts
- Exhibition A.rtificial I.ntrospection O. (A.I.O.) at HALLE FÜR KUNST Steiermark, Graz, until September 6, 2026.
- Curated by Sandro Droschl with Franca Zitta.
- Focuses on the work of Oswald Wiener (1935–2021), Austrian writer, cognitive psychologist, and cyberneticist.
- Wiener's 1969 book 'die verbesserung von mitteleuropa, roman' is a key reference.
- Engages with Alan Turing's theory of automata and Ludwig Wittgenstein's critique of language.
- Wiener argued consciousness cannot be simulated with current technology.
- Public program begins at Literaturhaus Graz on May 28 with staged reading of 'Planetenparty Prinzip' and panel discussion.
- Performed text 'Purim' radicalizes language as a system of disturbance.
Entities
Artists
- Oswald Wiener
- Sandro Droschl
- Franca Zitta
Institutions
- HALLE FÜR KUNST Steiermark
- Literaturhaus Graz
- Planetenparty Prinzip
- Halle für Kunst Steiermark
Locations
- Graz
- Austria
- Steiermark