Discover Prague's Transformation: Charles IV and the Medieval City Exhibition
Explore the rich history of urban development, architecture, and daily life in medieval Prague through detailed models.
This exhibition offers a comprehensive look at Emperor Charles IV's vision for Prague and the realities of his transformative reign. Visitors can explore the significant urban developments, architectural projects, and the daily rhythms of medieval life. It features a fascinating array of physical and virtual models, alongside unique archaeological finds, bringing 14th-century Prague to life.
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Exhibition summary
This exhibition explores Emperor Charles IV's vision and reality of transforming medieval Prague. It features physical and virtual models of significant sites, urban development, and daily life during his reign, offering a detailed look at the city's transformation.
Curatorial context
The exhibition 'Prague of Charles IV – Medieval City' delves into Emperor Charles IV's aspirations and the actual transformations of Prague during his era. It presents a comprehensive view of the city's development, including significant foundations, the construction of the Stone Bridge, and other architectural projects undertaken by Charles and other Luxembourg rulers.
Visitors can expect to see physical and virtual reconstructions of important Prague locations such as the Cattle Market, Church of Our Lady of the Snows, Emmaus Monastery, and the House at the Golden Ring. Highlights include models of Vyšehrad, Prague Castle, and St. Vitus Cathedral, illustrating their roles in religious and state affairs during Charles IV's time. A new model of Nový Hrádek near Kunratice, a residence of King Wenceslas IV, is presented based on the latest archaeological findings. Virtual presentations explain urban administration and bridge construction, while dramatic stops bring to life the city's atmosphere, daily life, and key events such as Charles's birth, arrival in Prague, coronation, and funeral. A videomapping on a model of the entire Prague agglomeration and Charles Square area visualizes the city's urban and architectural growth throughout the 14th century. Unique archaeological finds and original artifacts illuminate the daily lives of the city and its inhabitants during the Luxembourg period.
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Venue
Podskalská Customs House at Výtoň
Current status
Open now
Exhibition schedule
From Sep 1, 2021
Artist line / attribution
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