The Memento Mori exhibition at Rudolfinum Gallery presents a compelling photographic collection focused on the historic Sedlec Ossuary near Kutná Hora. This unique project merges artistic vision with meticulous documentation, offering a deep contemplative exploration of the chapel's condition. Visitors can experience the powerful collaboration of photographers Václav Jirásek, Robert V. Novák, and Ivan Pinkava. Their work preserves a record while creating distinctive art.
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Memento Mori is a photographic collection documenting the current state of the Sedlec Ossuary near Kutná Hora. The project was a collaboration between Václav Jirásek, Robert V. Novák, and Ivan Pinkava, aiming to capture unique artistic photographs while preserving a record of the ossuary.
The exhibition 'Memento Mori' presents a photographic collection focused on the Sedlec Ossuary, a unique chapel located in Sedlec near Kutná Hora. This project was conceived as a collaborative effort by photographers Václav Jirásek, Robert V. Novák, and Ivan Pinkava. Their shared objective was twofold: to create a distinctive set of photographs with significant artistic merit and to meticulously document the then-current condition of the Sedlec Ossuary. The resulting collection offers a contemplative exploration of this historic site, merging artistic vision with documentary integrity.
The exhibition has a voluntary admission fee. Visitors are advised that the last entry is permitted 30 minutes before closing time. The gallery is closed on Mondays and Thursdays.
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