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Explore Polish Baroque Literature: A Royal Łazienki Museum Workshop on Lubomirski

Delve into 17th-century texts, exploring themes and genres with a visit to the 'Art of Good Thinking' exhibition.

This Royal Łazienki Museum workshop invites adults and youth (14+) to immerse themselves in 17th-century Polish Baroque literature. Discover the influential works of Stanisław Herakliusza Lubomirski, a key figure of the era, and explore the enduring relevance of these historical texts. The session also includes a contextual visit to the 'Art of Good Thinking' exhibition, offering a deeper understanding of the period's multifaceted perspectives beyond transience.

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Exhibition summary

This workshop for adults and youth (14+) delves into 17th-century literature, focusing on the works of Stanisław Herakliusza Lubomirski, a prominent figure of Polish Baroque. Participants will explore the themes, genres, and enduring relevance of Baroque texts, visit the 'Art of Good Thinking' exhibition, and examine emblematic writings. The session aims to uncover the multifaceted perspectives of the Baroque era, beyond mere transience.

Curatorial context

Step into the world of 17th-century literature with this workshop dedicated to 'Baroque Literature - the vanity of the world and the power of the mind.' Designed for adults and youth aged 14 and above, the session centers on the writings of Stanisław Herakliusza Lubomirski, a significant representative of Polish Baroque. Participants will engage with the prevalent themes and popular literary genres of the era, questioning the accessibility and contemporary relevance of texts written 400 years ago, and exploring whether human concerns have truly changed. The workshop encourages a deeper understanding by examining Lubomirski's texts and visiting the 'Art of Good Thinking. The Heritage of Stanisław Herakliusza Lubomirski' exhibition in Podchorążówka. This contextual visit aims to illuminate the marshal's diverse interests and provide a backdrop for analyzing his writings. Attendees will discover that the Baroque period contemplated more than just the world's transience, learning about emblems and contemplating the connections between contemporary human internal conflicts and the dilemmas faced by readers in Lubomirski's time.

Admission and ticket notes

Admission is 15 PLN per person. Tickets can be purchased online via Kicket, with an additional transaction fee applied.

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Venue
Royal Łazienki Museum
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Aug 18, 2024 – Aug 18, 2024
Artist line / attribution
Led by Patrycja Ambroszczyk, an educator at the Royal Łazienki Museum with a background in Polish Philology and Art History.
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