"100 Years of Czech Design"

In addition to being the birthplace of the artist Alphonse Mucha, the Czech Republic gave rise to Czech Cubism, a unique style that was influenced by French painting. Moreover, during the 20th century, the country became renowned for a wealth of alluring designs, including everything from animation to toys. Yet, it was also during the 20th century that designers found themselves at the mercy of war, foreign occupation, and constant changes in the national political situation. The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto presents "100 Years of Czech Design" exhibition*.

In this exhibition, they introduce some 250 items from the collection of the Museum of Decorative Arts in Prague, including furniture, commercial products, and posters. The works, displayed in chronological order, illustrate not only the influence of Czech political situation but also those of Europe as a whole on 20th-century design.

*Temporarily closed from March 6, 2020 due to the COVIT-19