This immersive permanent exhibition at the City of Prague Museum invites visitors to delve into 17th-century Prague. A monumental nine-meter-long animation, based on Aegidius Sadeler's 1606 copper engraving, digitally recreates the city's historical milieu during the influential reign of Emperor Rudolf II. Discover the daily lives of over 900 animated figures, offering a unique perspective on the Holy Roman Empire's capital.
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This permanent exhibition features a nine-meter-long animation based on Aegidius Sadeler's 1606 engraving, 'View of Prague'. It vividly reconstructs the capital of the Holy Roman Empire under Emperor Rudolf II, bringing the historical city and its citizens to life using modern technology.
The exhibition 'Prague 1606: Multimedia View of Prague during the Rule of Rudolf II' offers an immersive journey into the past. It centers around a monumental nine-meter-long animation derived from Aegidius Sadeler's original copper engraving from 1606. Emperor Rudolf II's reign transformed Prague into a pivotal European capital, and this exhibit aims to recreate that historical milieu. The animation, a collaboration between historical artistry and modern technology, brings to life Sadeler's 'View of Prague,' originally a collaborative effort with artist Philip van den Bosche and engraver Johann Wechter. Visitors can explore the everyday life of 17th-century Prague citizens, with over 900 figures depicted in the animated version. This significant upgrade of a work over 400 years old provides a unique and engaging perspective on the city's rich history.
Admission is CZK 180 for adults, CZK 80 for reduced tickets, and CZK 360 for families. Tickets can be purchased online via the provided link. This is a permanent exhibition located at the House at the Golden Ring.
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