Discover Divine Stories: Wolfgang Beltracchi's Exhibition at Municipal House Prague
Explore over 80 paintings and sculptures by Wolfgang Beltracchi, interpreting biblical narratives with contemporary relevance.
Immerse yourself in the DIVINE STORIES exhibition featuring over 80 original paintings and sculptures by Wolfgang Beltracchi at Municipal House Prague. This compelling collection, created between 2010 and 2026, delves into profound biblical themes like temptation and redemption. Visitors can appreciate Beltracchi's mastery of European pictorial tradition and how he connects these timeless narratives to modern-day concerns.
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Exhibition summary
This exhibition showcases over 80 original paintings and sculptures by Wolfgang Beltracchi, created between 2010 and 2026. The works delve into biblical themes of temptation, truth, punishment, and redemption, drawing parallels to contemporary issues through the artist's distinctive visual style and mastery of European pictorial tradition.
Curatorial context
Wolfgang Beltracchi's exhibition "DIVINE STORIES" features a significant collection of over 80 original paintings and sculptures produced between 2010 and 2026. Through this body of work, the artist engages with timeless biblical narratives concerning temptation, truth, punishment, and redemption, interpreting them through his unique visual language and exceptional artistic skill. The exhibition aims to position Beltracchi's current practice within contemporary art, moving beyond the controversy surrounding his past forgeries, while acknowledging his deep study and engagement with the legacy of Old Masters. His canvases demonstrate a profound understanding of art history interwoven with present-day concerns, offering visitors a chance to consider the enduring relevance of these historical references.
The exhibition is organized by Beltracchi Art and offers a compelling opportunity to encounter Beltracchi's original interpretations, which reflect both his deep knowledge of European art traditions and his exceptional technical mastery. Despite his polarizing reputation, stemming from his past success as a forger, Beltracchi's works have been exhibited internationally. "DIVINE STORIES" invites viewers to look anew at his contemporary creations, appreciating their artistic merit and their connection to the present moment.
Admission and ticket notes
Admission prices vary, with full tickets at 350 Kč and reduced prices for children, students, seniors, and groups at 250 Kč and 150 Kč respectively. Special pricing is available on 'Exhibition Mondays'. Tickets can be purchased online via GoOut or at the Municipal House historical ticket office, which is open daily from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM. A guided tour with the artist is available for 750 Kč and can only be purchased online. Children under 6 and accompanying persons with a ZTP/P pass have free entry.
DIVINE STORIES – Wolfgang Beltracchi key exhibition facts
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Venue
Municipal House
Current status
Open now
Exhibition schedule
From May 7, 2026
Artist line / attribution
Wolfgang Beltracchi
Prague
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