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Discover the 'Unveiling' Exhibition: Šrobár’s Collection at National Museum of Agriculture Prague

Witness the public debut of this unique 16th to 19th century art collection, curated during the First Republic period.

The 'Unveiling' exhibition marks a significant moment for art enthusiasts in Prague. It brings 'Šrobár’s Collection' into public view for the first time, featuring exquisite works by painters spanning the 16th to 19th centuries. This presentation in Prague's Letná area offers a rare glimpse into a collection assembled during the First Republic, celebrating a century of cultural heritage.

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Exhibition summary

The "Unveiling" exhibition presents for the first time a unique collection of paintings known as "Šrobár’s Collection." This collection, featuring works by painters from the 16th to the 19th century, was assembled during the First Republic period. The exhibition is on display in Prague's Letná area.

Curatorial context

Marking the 100th anniversary of the National Museum of Agriculture in 2018, the "Unveiling" exhibition offers a rare public viewing of the "Šrobár’s Collection." This extraordinary assemblage of paintings, created by artists from the 16th to the 19th century, was curated during the period of the First Republic under circumstances that remain somewhat enigmatic. The collection is showcased in the newly inaugurated exhibition hall located in the museum's Prague Letná building. This exhibition is part of a broader series of celebrations for the museum's centenary and the 100th anniversary of the First Czechoslovak Republic, which includes other exhibitions like "Agriculture" and "The Phenomenon of Agriculture," along with restoration projects and events at various museum sites.

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Venue
National Museum of Agriculture
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
May 28, 2018 – Jun 30, 2018
Artist line / attribution
Featuring paintings by artists from the 16th to the 19th century.
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