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Zbyšek Sion: Obrazy 1958–1966 – A Comprehensive Retrospective Exhibition of Paintings and Drawings

Delve into the most extensive display of Zbyšek Sion's artistic output, exploring his formative years and beyond.

The 'Zbyšek Sion: Obrazy 1958–1966' exhibition offers a significant retrospective dedicated to the artist's prolific output. This large-scale presentation traces his painting and drawing career from the vital period of 1958 to 1966, extending to more contemporary creations. Curated by Antonín Hartmann and Petr Nedoma, it provides an unparalleled opportunity to explore Sion's creative evolution, from early works to later developments.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition showcases an extensive retrospective of Zbyšek Sion's painting and drawing from the 1950s to contemporary works. It represents the most comprehensive overview of the artist's output to date.

Curatorial context

The exhibition 'Zbyšek Sion: Obrazy 1958–1966' presents a large-scale retrospective dedicated to the artistic output of Zbyšek Sion. It covers his painting and drawing from the crucial period of 1958 to 1966, extending to his more recent works. This exhibition is noted as the most significant and comprehensive display of the artist's oeuvre to date, offering visitors a deep dive into his creative evolution. The exhibition was curated by Antonín Hartmann and Petr Nedoma.

Admission and ticket notes

Visitor information regarding last entry 30 minutes before closing and a note on voluntary admission for partial visits is provided. Specific opening hours are listed as closed on Mondays, Tuesdays-Sundays, and Thursdays. For detailed visitor and address information, visitors are directed to the contacts page.

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Venue
Galerie Rudolfinum
Current status
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Exhibition schedule
From Jun 20, 1996
Artist line / attribution
Exhibition curated by Antonín Hartmann and Petr Nedoma, featuring works by Zbyšek Sion.
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