Immerse yourself in the innovative world of Czech Cubism, a groundbreaking stylistic movement that reshaped fine art, applied arts, and even architecture. This permanent exhibition in Prague reveals the movement's comprehensive influence, presenting a rich collection of furniture, ceramics, glass, metalwork, paintings, and sculptures. Visitors can explore the works of influential artists and designers, gaining insight into this unique period of artistic expression.
Read curatorial context and practical visitor information for Czech Cubism at House at the Black Madonna in Prague
This permanent exhibition explores Czech Cubism as a stylistic movement encompassing fine art, applied arts, and architecture. It features furniture, ceramics, glass, metalwork, paintings, sculptures, and archival photographs by prominent Czech Cubist artists and designers.
The Museum of Decorative Arts in Prague presents a permanent exhibition dedicated to Czech Cubism, a unique style that permeated various creative fields including fine art, applied arts, and architecture. Visitors can explore a curated selection of furniture, entire suites, decorative items made of ceramic, glass, and metal, all created by influential figures of Czech Cubism. The exhibition highlights the contributions of architects and designers such as Pavel Janák, Josef Gočár, Josef Chochol, Vlastislav Hofman, Otakar Novotný, and František Kysela, alongside Cubist paintings by Emil Filla, Bohumil Kubišta, Josef Čapek, and Václav Špála, and sculptures by Otto Gutfreund. Contemporary and period photographs document the style's significant influence on Prague's architectural landscape. An interactive zone allows visitors to engage with replicas of Cubist chairs, with accompanying worksheets inviting deeper exploration of these design objects. The exhibition is further enriched by an interactive timeline, profiles of key Cubist figures, archival images of past exhibitions, and items produced by the Prague Art Workshops and the Artěl art cooperative. A projection of Cubist architecture designs and realizations, a unique global phenomenon, complements the exhibition on the same floor. Printed guidebooks and a map of Prague's Cubist architecture are available to enhance the visitor experience.
Admission to all branches is CZK 150 for adults and CZK 80 for concessions. Tickets can be purchased online or at the booking office. Opening hours are Tuesday 10 a.m.–8 p.m., and Wednesday–Sunday 10 a.m.–6 p.m., closed on Mondays.
Review exhibition status, schedule, venue context, and attribution details for Czech Cubism at House at the Black Madonna in Prague
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 ExhibitionExplore Prague's vibrant art and history through diverse museum exhibitions.
Easily discover what's on display in Prague's museums and cultural institutions. Explore compelling temporary exhibitions covering a wide array of fascinating topics, from historical periods to modern artistic movements.