This exhibition provides an in-depth look at Czechoslovak design history, showcasing the distinctive "Brussels style" that earned global recognition after Expo 1958. Visitors can discover a remarkable collection of industrial and graphic design, unique pressed glass, and household items. The display explores cultural production from the mid-20th century, highlighting the beauty and universal appeal of designs created under specific economic conditions.
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This exhibition explores the phenomenon of Czechoslovak design, particularly the 'Brussels style,' which gained international acclaim after Expo 1958. It showcases a wide range of objects created within the constraints of a socialist economy, highlighting their beauty and universal appeal.
The exhibition "Czechoslovak design. From Expo 1958 to the invasion of 1968" delves into the vibrant period of Czechoslovakian design, focusing on the 'Brussels style' that captivated the world following its success at Expo 1958. The exhibition, curated by collector Jan Jeništa and presented by the Czech Centre and Dom Spotkań z Historią, aims to introduce Polish audiences to the aesthetic and enduring quality of designs produced under socialist economic conditions. The exhibition is structured to reflect the divisions of the Expo 1958 Czechoslovak pavilion: Work, Rest, and Culture. Visitors will encounter graphic design, including book covers and magazine layouts, the unique aesthetic of pressed glass, and industrial design ranging from kitchenware to distinctive tram seats by Miroslav Navrátil. Furniture and household items, such as the iconic 'coffin' telephone and the long-produced ETA 212 iron, are also featured, alongside popular plastic toys designed by Libuše Niklová. The exhibition also offers a glimpse into Czechoslovak culture of the 1960s, with references to the Golden Kids vocal trio, Czech New Wave film posters, and early editions of works by authors suppressed after 1968, such as Milan Kundera and Bohumil Hrabal. This presentation builds upon previous Polish-Czech exhibitions exploring shared aesthetic trends of the late 1950s and early 1960s, including "New Look" in Poland, the "Picasso style," and the "Eames Era." The exhibition highlights the characteristic streamlined shapes, dynamic forms, striking and pastel colors, and smooth surfaces that defined this era and permeated homes across Central Europe.
The exhibition was open to visitors from June 22 to October 1, 2017. Specific ticketing information is not detailed on this archive page, but it was organized by Dom Spotkań z Historią, which typically offers admission details on its current programming pages.
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