Art Bechyně

Our aim is to create a new art and culture destination at Bechyně Castle, which should become one of the permanents on the international art map.

The long-term goal is to make Bechyně Castle into a cultural destination for international exchange in the field of contemporary art and its discourse. The annual program featuring contemporary art exhibitions and a sculpture park held in cooperation with renowned gallery institutions, thematic symposia and short-term residencies will create space for independent curators, artists, gallerists and representatives of cultural institutions to meet in South Bohemia, and for the general public to view the work of leading international and Czech artists. Besides building a cultural and artistic pro- gram within the region of South Bohemia, we think and work in the supra-regional context.

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Art within Bechyně

Bechyně Castle is a prominent cultural monument built in the 16th century in the Czech Republic. With its character and refined surroundings set in a beautiful landscape, it is an ideal place for meeting and debating cultural heritage, its significance and modern development. Based on this heritage in 2021, we initiated a new tradition that provides an opportunity for professional, critical and creative dialogue, making use of the decentralized position of the location.

Contemporary Art and Sculpture Park

in collaboration with Galleria Continua

In the sculpture garden and throughout the castle, visitors will find a few works from the 21st century. These pieces by contemporary artists like Hans Op de Beek, Michelangelo Pistoletto, Pascale Marthine Tayou, Nari Ward, and Jiří Příhoda explore themes such as the absurdity of human existence, the relationship between reality and concept, blurring the lines between art and life, and sociopolitical and cultural issues. These artworks highlight the freedom contemporary artists today have in expressing themselves and their ability to tackle both timeless and current themes in their work.

Avant-garde from the Stava family collection

In the historic granary building, visitors will see a special selection from the avant-garde collection of the Stava family for the first time. Featuring more than 120 works by around 40 artists, this exhibition offers a look at the avant-garde movement of the 20th century, particularly in post-World War II Europe. More importantly, it provides insight into the collector's personal favorites in avant-garde art, offering a unique perspective on this significant period.

AVANT-GARDE FROM THE STAVA FAMILY COLLECTION GUIDE

SCULPTURE PARK GUIDE