This compelling exhibition in Prague features Josef Koudelka's acclaimed 'Chaos' cycle. It showcases powerful photographs that are part of his substantial donation to the Museum of Decorative Arts. Visitors can delve into the unique visual language of this renowned Czech artist and Magnum Photos member, exploring his influential work in documentary photography. The display provides a comprehensive look at this significant contribution to art in Prague.
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This exhibition showcases photographs from Josef Koudelka's 'Chaos' cycle, part of his significant donation to the Museum of Decorative Arts in Prague. The display highlights the work of the renowned Czech photographer and Magnum Photos member.
The exhibition 'Josef Koudelka – From the Cycle Chaos' presents a selection of works from the acclaimed photographer Josef Koudelka, who is the sole Czech member of Magnum Photos. This display is contextualized by Koudelka's substantial donation of nearly two thousand photographs to the Museum of Decorative Arts in Prague. The museum previously held a retrospective exhibition for Koudelka in 2018, marking his eightieth birthday. This exhibition draws from his extensive body of work, offering insights into his distinct visual language and contributions to photography. The concept for this exhibition was developed by Tomáš Pospěch. The museum's acquisition of Koudelka's life's work is a significant event, with other sets of his photographs also entering the collections of institutions like the National Museum, National Gallery Prague, and the Moravian Gallery in Brno. A forthcoming publication detailing Koudelka's generous gift to Czech museums is also noted.
Admission to the exhibition is free. The Museum of Decorative Arts in Prague is open Tuesday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Wednesday to Sunday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., closed on Mondays.
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