The Artist Toyen and her Challenge of Social Expectations
The Church of St. Cyril and Methodius: A History Old and New
Andy Warhol
The Czech Republic's Communist-Era Architecture
For the Communist countries in Eastern Europe, the necessary rebuilding following World War II was accomplished in the construction style that the Soviet Union popularized. As a result of this period, the Czech Republic has many buildings and monuments that differ significantly from the historic ones surrounding them, serving as a reminder of its Communist era.
Prague's St. Vitus Cathedral
Prague Castle is one of the biggest tourist attractions in the city. This complex is the largest in the world, and people from around the world visit to marvel at the site. Inside the castle complex lies St. Vitus Cathedral, the biggest cathedral in the Czech Republic and a wonder of Gothic architecture.
Joža Uprka
What Do Dogs Know About Art?
Picasso's Legacy in Prague
Helga Weiss - How a young Hero survived Terror through Art
Bohemian Glass Artistry
Having a rich and extensive history of glass working, historical findings show evidence of glass processing in the Bohemia region at the beginning of the Christian calendar about 2000 years ago. Although Bohemian glass working experienced many revivals and declines, it has consistently remained revered in the international stage throughout the years.
The Psychedelic Art Nouveau
Throughout history and even today, there are reemerging art styles that influence different cultures and aesthetics. During the cultural upheaval of the 1960s, there was a surge of an art style that influenced band posters, album covers and even clothing. Known for its naturalistic and stylized forms, art nouveau took the hippie aesthetic by storm.
