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Discover the Renowned Strahov Art Gallery Collection: Bohemian & Central European Masterworks

Journey through centuries of significant art within Central Europe's most precious monastery collection.

The Strahov Art Gallery, established in 1836, invites you to explore its vast collection of nearly 1,500 paintings. Delve into a chronological display featuring key pieces from the 14th to the 19th century. Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Bohemian, Central European Gothic, Rudolphinian, and Baroque art, housed within the historic Strahov monastery.

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Exhibition summary

The Strahov Art Gallery houses a collection of nearly 1,500 paintings, with approximately 200 key pieces displayed chronologically from the 14th to the 19th century. Established in 1836, it showcases significant works of Bohemian and Central European art, including Gothic masterpieces and pieces from the Rudolphinian and Baroque periods.

Curatorial context

The Strahov Art Gallery, founded in 1835 and re-established in 1993, is one of Central Europe's most precious monastery collections. It presents significant works of graphic art and paintings from the 14th to 19th centuries, housed within the historic interiors of the Strahov monastery. The collection includes complete sets of Bohemian and Mid-European Gothic paintings and sculptures, pieces from the Rudolphinian painting schools, and works by prominent Bohemian painters from the Baroque and early 19th century. Notable represented artists and schools include B. Spranger, J. Heintz, K. Škréta, and P. Brandl. The gallery also features Dutch, Flemish, and Italian paintings from the 17th and 18th centuries. While Albrecht Dürer's "Feast of the Rose Garlands" was once a highlight, a copy is now displayed, as the original resides in the National Gallery. The collection further extends to graphic arts and valuable gold-smithery from the 14th to 19th centuries.

Admission and ticket notes

Admission is 190 CZK for basic entry, with reduced and family tickets available. Children under 6, specific cardholders, and certain religious members are admitted free. From May 5 to October 12, a Joint Tour includes both the Library and the Gallery. Tickets can be purchased online via the provided link.

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The collection features works by artists such as B. Spranger, J. Heintz, K. Škréta, P. Brandl, L. Kohl, and F. X. Procházka, alongside pieces from the Rudolphinian painting schools and prominent Bohemian painters from the 19th century.
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