Cubist Collection from the Gallery of West Bohemia at Museum Kampa: A Czech Avant-garde Exhibition

This exhibition presents one of the most significant collections of Czech Cubism, originating from the Gallery of West Bohemia in Pilsen. It highlights the efforts of its first director, Oldřich Kuba, who systematically built the collection from the 1960s, focusing on key artists of the Czech avant-garde.

The exhibition showcases the impressive Cubist collection of the Gallery of West Bohemia in Pilsen, a collection that began its systematic development in the early 1960s under the guidance of its first director, Oldřich Kuba. Kuba's vision and dedication were instrumental in shaping the institution's focus on Czech Cubism and the broader Czech avant-garde, especially in the post-totalitarian era. His efforts were particularly inspired by significant exhibitions of modern Czech art and a monographic show on Bohumil Kubišta, leading him to acquire key works from private collectors, including family members and prominent cultural figures. The collection features prominent artists associated with Czech Cubism such as Emil Filla, Otto Gutfreund, Václav Špála, Josef Čapek, Jan Zrzavý, and Antonín Procházka. The exhibition is thoughtfully organized across two floors, with a separate display on the second floor dedicated to the extensive works of Emil Filla. Each exhibit is accompanied by medallions detailing the year of purchase, original price, and provenance, often mentioning the original owner if they were a notable cultural personality. This exhibition offers a unique and comprehensive view of a collection that remains a cornerstone of the Gallery of West Bohemia in Pilsen.

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