The Collections of the National Gallery
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The National Gallery displays its wonderful collection of art dating from medieval times to the 21st century in eight unique locations, locations ranging from old renovated palaces and convents to functionalist buildings. Each house showcases an extensive priceless permanent collection, displayed to enhance the Czech and Central European culture through beautiful visual aids. The history of the Czech National Gallery started in 1796 when a group of Czech nobles and middle class intellectuals, titled The Society of Patriotic Friends of the Arts, were determined to heighten the disintegrated appreciation of ascetics in the local community. The Society established the Academy of Fine Arts and the first public picture gallery. The first picture gallery has grown extensively and matured over centuries to become the National Gallery, which still follows the original mission of the founders, to elevate the spirit and appreciation of the nation through visual works of Art. Please see the permanent exhibitions of the National Gallery listed below; all of the reviews are complete with gallery descriptions, photographs, contact information and maps.
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Veletrzni Palace - National Gallery
Prague has first-rate museums dedicated to Medieval and Classical art, but what about the more controversial Modern art? No need to worry; the city of Prague has various Modern art and Postmodern installations, private gallery openings and fine museums to feed your need of the Modern. Just take a look around as you stroll through this lovely city, even certain areas covered in colorful graffiti scream Modern art. The Veletrzni Palace,...
Schwarzenberg Palace - National Gallery
Located inside the beautifully renovated Schwarzenberg Palace, a true Renaissance gem; is the permanent exhibition of Baroque in Bohemia. With three floors covering the Movement, this palace contains priceless Czech resources, knowledge and history. The lower level is dedicated to Baroque sculpture and intricate sketch designs for monumental altarpieces. Among some of the sculptors highlighted are Johann George Brendl,...
Sternberg Palace - National Gallery
The National Gallery displays its wonderful collection of art dating from medieval times to the 21st century in eight unique locations, locations ranging from old renovated palaces and convents, to functionalist buildings. Each house showcases an extensive priceless permanent collection, displayed to enhance the Czech and Central European culture through beautiful visual aids. The history of the Czech National Gallery started in 1796...
Convent of St. Agnes of Bohemia - National Gallery
Founded by Princess Agnes of the Premyslid dynasty in 1231, the Convent of St. Agnes of Bohemia is the oldest Gothic building in Prague and was used by the Order of Saint Clare, also known as the Order of Poor Ladies (the second Franciscan order established, founded by St. Clare and St. Francis of Assisi in 1212). This wondrous Gothic structure narrowly escaped demolition in the 19th century when historic synagogues and homes were...
Kinsky Palace - National Gallery
As of March 1st, 2013, the permanent Art of Asia and the Ancient Mediterranean exhibition at the Kinsky Palace has been temporarily closed. The reopening is planned for the Fall of this year. The exhibition space at Kinsky Palace's stables has not been limited and will continue to operate as usual. The Rococo Kinsky Palace was built between 1755 and 1765 on the site of three existing buildings with medieval foundations that...
Zbraslav Chateau
Zbraslav Chateau is now closed having been returned to its private owner and the Asian Art collection will be housed in Kinsky Palace; the exhibition will open in December 2009. The history of Asian Art represented in Prague is not an extensive one, but an interesting one, and the city, even country, owes its respect and many thanks to...
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