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Martin Mainer: Vlek lesa lesů – A Retrospective of Contemporary Czech Painting at Galerie Rudolfinum

This exhibition at Galerie Rudolfinum highlights Mainer's artistic evolution, focusing on key pieces from 1998–99.

The exhibition "Vlek lesa lesů" at Galerie Rudolfinum celebrates the impactful work of Martin Mainer, a pivotal figure in contemporary Czech painting. Visitors can explore a comprehensive cross-section of his artistic output, with particular attention given to pieces created between 1998 and 1999. This retrospective provides valuable insight into Mainer's evolving style and contributions to the art world, curated by Petr Nedoma.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition at Galerie Rudolfinum showcases a retrospective of Martin Mainer's painting work, with a particular emphasis on his most recent pieces from 1998–99. Mainer is recognized as a significant figure in contemporary Czech painting.

Curatorial context

The exhibition 'Vlek lesa lesů' at Galerie Rudolfinum features Martin Mainer, born in 1959, a prominent artist in the contemporary Czech painting scene. The exhibition provides a cross-section of his artistic output, with a special focus on the newer works created between 1998 and 1999. The exhibition was curated by Petr Nedoma.

Admission and ticket notes

Visitor information regarding entry and last admission is provided, suggesting a voluntary entry fee for partial visits and a recommendation to enter at least 30 minutes before closing. However, specific pricing or mandatory booking details are not present in this archival context, and opening hours are listed as closed for all days provided (Monday-Sunday, Thursday). This may indicate an archival listing where direct visitor access details are no longer applicable or were different at the time of the exhibition. The general address of the gallery is provided. Visitor information states that the last admission is 30 minutes before closing and that visitors can return if they don't have enough time, with entry being voluntary. However, all listed opening days (Monday-Sunday, Thursday) are marked as closed, suggesting this is an archival listing with no current visitor access details available for this specific exhibition. The gallery's general address is provided, along with a link to map and contact information.

Martin Mainer. Vlek lesa lesů key exhibition facts

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Venue
Galerie Rudolfinum
Current status
Open now
Exhibition schedule
From Oct 8, 1999
Artist line / attribution
Featuring works by Martin Mainer.
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