The 'Where Have All the Flowers Gone?' exhibition in Prague offers a deep dive into the fascinating world of printed textiles. Journey through seventy years of fashion, observing how fabrics, dresses, and scarves reflected artistic movements and cultural shifts. Discover the intricate interplay between design, historical context, and individual expression showcased in this unique collection.
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This exhibition delves into the history of printed textiles, exploring their significance as bearers of artistic trends and as materials for fashion. It examines clothing and scarves from 1920 to 1990, showcasing how patterns evolved and conveyed messages beyond mere accessories.
The exhibition 'Where Have All the Flowers Gone? Printed Fabrics, Dresses, and Scarves 1920–1990' explores the rich discipline of textile printing, tracing its development over seven decades. It examines printed fabrics from multiple perspectives: as reflections of artistic trends, as essential components of fashion in clothing and scarves, and as carriers of diverse messages. The exhibition documents the complex interplay between printed textiles, evolving fashion, historical context, and individual expression, with a focus on the progression of patterns and the influence of artistic, technical, and ideological factors. The exhibits are presented in two main categories. The first showcases clothing demonstrating prominent printed patterns like polka dots, stripes, stylized florals, cashmere-inspired designs, and abstract motifs, all of which have become staples in fashion. The second category highlights the printed scarf, not just as an accessory but as a versatile canvas capable of serving as a historical document, a memento, a medium for advertising or propaganda, and a piece of 'wearable art' reflecting fine art developments. The exhibition also acknowledges how printed fabrics have borne witness to tragic historical events, serving as symbols of identification or division. This collection draws from the Museum of Decorative Arts in Prague and the Textile Museum in Česká Skalice, with additional loans from the Imperial War Museum in London and a private British collection.
Admission is CZK 180 for full price and CZK 90 for concessions. Visitors can buy tickets online or at the museum. The museum's main building is located at 17. listopadu 2, Prague 1.
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