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About the Auction

We are delighted to present the collection of our VIII. Premium Auction – a curated selection of Czech and European art from the 18th century to the present day. The auction offers an exceptional range of works, including several highly sought-after pieces that will appeal to discerning collectors.

Highlights Across the Centuries

This auction features extraordinary names and powerful stories. From iconic modern works and masterful landscapes to standout contemporary voices.

• Alberto Giacometti: Walking Man
  A monumental life-sized bronze sculpture, a rare opportunity on the auction market.
• Antonín Slavíček: Primroses
  A luminous and emotional depiction of the Czech landscape by a master of Impressionism.
• Julius Mařák: Forest Interior with Figures
  A delicate study from his Tyrolean period, showcasing his mastery of natural light and form.
• Čeňek Pražák: Three Women
  A significant figurative canvas painted after the artist’s emigration to Switzerland – a pivotal work in his career.

Czech Modernism and Cubism

The early 20th century marked an unprecedented creative period in Czech art. This collection includes works by key artists who shaped its visual language.

• Emil Filla: Cubist Head
  A sculpture from his peak period, exemplifying his bold and experimental approach to form.
• Václav Špála: Kost Castle
  An expressive watercolor presenting the Czech landscape in dynamic color and gesture.
• Otakar Kubín: The Sibyl of Eritrea
  A modernist interpretation of Michelangelo’s motif, rich in symbolism and painterly depth.

Post-War Art

The second half of the 20th century brings reflection and spiritual depth. This selection includes works of contemplation, symbolism, and poetic rural imagery.

• Jan Zrzavý: The Annunciation
  A contemplative scene with muted tones and a deep spiritual atmosphere.
• Vlastimil Beneš: The Lonely House
  A melancholic, symbolist painting evoking solitude and silence.
• Josef Hlinomaz: Unexpected Encounters by the Pond
  A nostalgic glimpse of village life, filled with gentle humor and poetic observation.

Contemporary Art

Contemporary artists bring personal narratives and striking visual impulses, offering a fresh perspective on current themes.

• Josef Jíra: Man and Horse
  An expressive canvas exploring the bond between humans and nature.
• Milan Knížák: Man with a Crying Eye
  A highly emotional oil painting, marked by raw energy and existential undertones.

From the International Scene

Selected works by European masters provide a broader context and highlight diverse movements of the 20th century.

• Albert Gleizes: Coronation of the Virgin Mary
  A spiritual painting by the founder of French Cubism, known for his geometric compositions.
• Endre Nemes: Circus Performance
  An early work with vivid colors and a surreal atmosphere.
• Salvador Dalí: Don Quixote
  A bronze relief featuring the iconic figure of the eternal dreamer and noble fool.

Women in Art

Outstanding female artists offer unique perspectives on the world and themes that continue to resonate today.

• Luisa Max-Ehrlerová: Girl with a Dove
  A tender portrait that gains added symbolic resonance in the context of the exhibition Masters, Artists (National Gallery Prague).

Design, Jewelry and Applied Arts

The auction also features notable examples of design and applied arts, demonstrating that functional objects can also be true collector’s treasures.

• Adolf Loos: Elefantenrüsselstisch
  A celebrated tea table by the icon of modernism, notable for its organic and sculptural form.
• Johann Joachim Kändler: Allegory of Music
  A richly modeled porcelain group from the Meissen manufactory, representing the pinnacle of 18th-century Rococo porcelain.

The auction includes many more remarkable works spanning styles, media, and historical periods.

Jan Zrzavý (1890–1977)
The Annunciation

Josef Jíra (1929–2005)
Man and Horse