Background
He assumed the title of "Graf" (Count) upon his father"s death.
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Emil Franz
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His studies began at the Academy of Fine Arts, Munich, under the sculptor Joseph Echteler. From 1885 to 1901, he was Director of the Weimar Saxon-Grand Ducal Art School. In 1894, he founded a pension and annuity association for German artists.
He was part of what was known as the "Liebenberger Kreis" (circle, or round table), Wilhelm"s inner group of advisors and confidants.
The Kaiser was a frequent visitor to the Görtz estates. From 1891 to 1910, he went there every summer to go grouse hunting.
Membership
He was a hereditary member of the Upper Chamber of the Estates of the Grand Duchy of Hesse and served as President (a position that had been held by his father) from 1900 to 1914.
