The House at the Black Madonna in Prague is renowned for its significant Czech Cubist architecture and its dedicated exhibition space. This page helps you understand the types of exhibitions typically presented, including its permanent display of Czech Cubism. For the most up-to-date schedule and details on current shows, always refer to the official venue website.
Discover pivotal works from this influential Central European art movement.
This exhibition offers a comprehensive look at Czech Cubism, showcasing its impact across fine art, applied arts, and architectural designs. Engage with original works by key figures and interactive elements exploring this unique style.
Czech Cubism Exhibition
Exploring European cultural heritage through centuries of decorative objects.
This exhibition offers a journey through European applied arts and design, from medieval craftsmanship to contemporary forms. See how design has shaped human life, from daily objects to grand celebrations across centuries.
Artlife Exhibition
Journey through centuries of play: from classic dolls to innovative Czech designs.
Delve into the Museum of Decorative Arts in Prague's extensive toy collection with the 'Look for a Toy' exhibition. This permanent display showcases items from the 18th century onward, featuring traditional and modern playthings. Discover everything from detailed dollhouses and tin soldiers to unique inflatable plastic toys.
Look for a Toy
Discover the enduring symbolism and evolution of the vase in human culture.
This exhibition reveals the vase as a fundamental cultural motif, exploring its historical adaptation and symbolic meanings. See how this seemingly ordinary object has served as a complex metaphor across various artistic and social landscapes.
Vase Exhibition
Explore how photography shaped 1900s Czech graphic art processes.
Delve into the innovative methods of Alphonse Mucha, Viktor Stretti, and other artists who integrated photography into their graphic art around 1900. Gain insight into their creative studies for paintings and posters.
Exhibition Details
Explore modern furniture evolution from the 19th to 20th centuries.
Discover the comprehensive history of modern furniture design in the Czech lands and Europe. This permanent display features iconic pieces and chronicles key developments from the Biedermeier era through the 20th century.
Furniture Design Exhibition
Featuring artistic and technological achievements in glass from Prague collections.
Explore "Pleiad of Glass 1946–2019," an exhibition featuring nearly fifty monumental glass sculptures. This collection from the Museum of Decorative Arts in Prague celebrates the innovation and craftsmanship of Czech glass artists.
Pleiad of Glass Exhibition
Explore influential Czech Functionalist design and democratic living standards.
This exhibition highlights the 'Krásná jizba' initiative, a crucial Czech institution from the 20th century. It showcases their efforts to democratize living standards through the production and sale of high-quality, affordable utility objects and furnishings, impacting thousands of families.
ExhibitionDiscover pivotal works from this influential Central European art movement.
This exhibition offers a comprehensive look at Czech Cubism, showcasing its impact across fine art, applied arts, and architectural designs. Engage with original works by key figures and interactive elements exploring this unique style.
Czech Cubism ExhibitionExploring European cultural heritage through centuries of decorative objects.
This exhibition offers a journey through European applied arts and design, from medieval craftsmanship to contemporary forms. See how design has shaped human life, from daily objects to grand celebrations across centuries.
Artlife ExhibitionJourney through centuries of play: from classic dolls to innovative Czech designs.
Delve into the Museum of Decorative Arts in Prague's extensive toy collection with the 'Look for a Toy' exhibition. This permanent display showcases items from the 18th century onward, featuring traditional and modern playthings. Discover everything from detailed dollhouses and tin soldiers to unique inflatable plastic toys.
Look for a ToyDiscover the enduring symbolism and evolution of the vase in human culture.
This exhibition reveals the vase as a fundamental cultural motif, exploring its historical adaptation and symbolic meanings. See how this seemingly ordinary object has served as a complex metaphor across various artistic and social landscapes.
Vase ExhibitionExplore how photography shaped 1900s Czech graphic art processes.
Delve into the innovative methods of Alphonse Mucha, Viktor Stretti, and other artists who integrated photography into their graphic art around 1900. Gain insight into their creative studies for paintings and posters.
Exhibition DetailsExplore modern furniture evolution from the 19th to 20th centuries.
Discover the comprehensive history of modern furniture design in the Czech lands and Europe. This permanent display features iconic pieces and chronicles key developments from the Biedermeier era through the 20th century.
Furniture Design ExhibitionFeaturing artistic and technological achievements in glass from Prague collections.
Explore "Pleiad of Glass 1946–2019," an exhibition featuring nearly fifty monumental glass sculptures. This collection from the Museum of Decorative Arts in Prague celebrates the innovation and craftsmanship of Czech glass artists.
Pleiad of Glass ExhibitionExplore influential Czech Functionalist design and democratic living standards.
This exhibition highlights the 'Krásná jizba' initiative, a crucial Czech institution from the 20th century. It showcases their efforts to democratize living standards through the production and sale of high-quality, affordable utility objects and furnishings, impacting thousands of families.
Exhibition
Discover modernist country homes and evolving architectural typologies.
Explore The Modern Cottage, an exhibition examining 20th-century country and weekend houses as an important aspect of modern architectural and interior design. Learn about specific designs from Czechoslovakia and their ties to international modernist movements. This exhibition runs from May 22 to September 13, 2026.
Exhibition Details
Ceramic sculptures and intermedia art reinterpret universal womanhood.
This exhibition showcases Jindra Viková's retrospective 'Madonna mia,' where the Madonna figure is reimagined as a universal image of a woman. Through diverse artistic techniques, Viková explores profound themes of femininity, motherhood, and human emotionality.
Jindra Viková Exhibition
Celebrating bold pictorial art and graphic design from a transformative period.
Delve into the rich tradition of French advertising art from the interwar period. This display showcases superb craftsmanship and diverse artistic styles, from grand lithographs to witty commercial prints. Experience the historical impact of these influential visual campaigns.
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Blending avant-garde art with commercial photography from the 1950s to 1980s.
This exhibition presents the first comprehensive look at Fred Kramer's influential career, a leading Czech advertising photographer. Discover his innovative studio work, which expertly combined avant-garde artistic principles with effective commercial techniques throughout the mid-20th century.
Photo Fred Kramer Exhibition
Featuring 45 artists from 17 countries in contemporary glass art.
Explore unique glass objects from the 15th International Glass Symposium. This curated exhibition showcases diverse works by 45 international artists, highlighting innovative craftsmanship. Immerse yourself in the world of contemporary glass art.
Glass Art Exhibition
Explore Sudek's unique photographic lens on urban life in Prague.
This exhibition reveals Josef Sudek's insightful photography of Prague's periphery. Discover his powerful documentation of marginalized communities and humble urban landscapes, highlighting his profound social awareness.
Exhibition Details
Discover innovative glass art from Zlín's emerging artists exploring body imprints.
"Morface" presents a compelling site-specific installation by young glass artists. It explores contemporary figuration and metamorphosis through unique decorative forms derived from faithful body imprints. This exhibition thoughtfully engages with modern consumer culture and artistic expression.
Morface Exhibition
Discover the roots of Czech 'pure photography' from the 1920s.
Discover the compelling early works of Josef Sudek and the avant-garde Fotoklub Praha. This exhibition highlights the 'pure photography' movement from the 1920s, focusing on light and simple subjects. Explore vintage prints by key members.
Josef Sudek ExhibitionDiscover Prague's rich tapestry of art, history, and cultural displays.
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