Discover the richness of Czech art in one place!

Art in the Czech Lands 800 - 2000 is a unique publication that takes you on a fascinating journey through the history of visual art in Bohemia and Moravia. This collective work by more than 30 experts offers a detailed yet accessible overview of how art evolved from the Great Moravian period to contemporary creation.

The book covers a wide range of artistic disciplines, including painting, sculpture, architecture, manuscript illumination, applied arts and photography. A distinctive feature are the so-called “family groups” (rodinky) - groups of works linked by a shared setting, theme, or personality - which enable the reader to perceive the connections and development of artistic tendencies in the Czech lands.

This work presents not only the masterpieces of artists from the Middle Ages to the present day, such as Master Theodoric, Peter Parler, the creators of the Cubist avant-garde, and contemporary artists like Krištof Kintera and Federico Díaz, but also provides the cultural context that helps to better understand the historical and political influences behind these works.

Why you will love this book:

• Comprehensive overview of art in the territory of Bohemia and Moravia spanning more than 1,200 years
• Authoritative team of experts from the Institute of Art History of the Czech Academy of Sciences guarantees quality and depth of information
• Unique arrangement into “family groups” that deepen understanding of the significance and interrelations of works
• Accessible language suitable not only for specialists but also for the general public and students
• Inspiring resource for anyone interested in the history of visual art and culture

Main features of the book:

• Art history from the Great Moravia to the present
• Covers painting, sculpture, architecture, photography and applied arts
• Focused on the Czech lands - Bohemia and Moravia
• Texts by more than 30 experts from a prestigious institute
• Suitable for students, professionals and art enthusiasts