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To commemorate the 35th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Republic of Korea and the Czech Republic, a special exhibition, , will be held at The Hyundai Seoul ALT.1 from November 8, 2025, to March 4, 2026.
This major retrospective brings together 143 masterpieces from the Mucha Trust Collection. The collection includes 18 oil paintings, as well as Mucha's iconic lithographs, drawings, sculptures, jewelry, and personal items. Notably, 11 works designated as Czech National Treasures are included, having received special export approval from the Czech government and the EU through close cooperation with the Czech Embassy in Seoul and the Mucha Trust.
Over 70 pieces will be unveiled in Korea for the first time, offering visitors a unique opportunity to explore Mucha's artistic world. These include the oil paintings The Light of Hope, Slavia, and the sculpture La Nature.

This exhibition was organized in close collaboration with the Mucha Trust, the owner of the collection dedicated to preserving Alphonse Mucha's artistic philosophy and legacy. Alphonse Mucha's grandson and protector of the Mucha Trust, John Mucha, and acting curator Tomoko Sato, were directly involved in the curation. The 18 oil paintings, rarely seen even in Prague, were specially transported from the Czech Republic, offering a rare chance to appreciate the painterly sensibility of an artist often known primarily for his lithographs.

The exhibition illuminates the multifaceted journey of Mucha, known as both the "world's greatest decorative artist" and an "apostle of nationalism". The first half focuses on his Paris period, which established him as a master of Art Nouveau, showcasing iconic lithographs like Gismonda, Rêverie, Zodiac, and JOB. The second half shifts to his return to his homeland, the Czech Republic, and his efforts to realize his patriotic ideals. This period culminates in The Slav Epic, a monumental series of twenty paintings depicting the history of the Slavic people.


▶ Exhibition Highlights

1. 11 Czech National Treasures arrive in Korea

Marking the 35th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Korea and the Czech Republic, this exhibition presents 11 Czech national treasures designated by the Czech government. Visitors will also have the rare opportunity to view 18 exceptional oil and tempera paintings by Alphonse Mucha—works rarely seen in major international exhibitions.

2. Mucha’s Artistic Journey Through an Immersive Media Space

Curated by Tomoko Sato, Acting Curator of the Mucha Trust, this immersive media environment traces Mucha’s artistic journey from Ivancice to Prague. Through innovative visual storytelling, it illuminates the evolution of his techniques and creative vision—developments that culminate in The Slav Epic, a key focus of this exhibition, and including some original preliminary works by Mucha—offering visitors a distinctive and deeply engaging experience.

3. A Glimpse Inside the Private “Mucha House”

For the first time in a Korean exhibition, visitors can experience a rare look inside Prague’s “Mucha House,” a private residence in the heart of Prague rarely accessible to the public. Featuring exclusive video footage and personal insights from John Mucha—the artist’s grandson and the protector of the Mucha Trust—this presentation offers an intimate and moving encounter with Mucha’s life and legacy.


▶ Exhibition Period
~2026.03.04 (Wednesday)


▶ Exhibition Venuve
THE HYUNDAI SEOUL ALT.1 (6F)


▶ Opening Hours
Monday ~ Thursday 10:30-20:00 (Last Entry 19:00)
Friday ~ Sunday 10:30-20:30 (Last Entry 19:30)


[Price Information]
- Adult : Over 19 years old
- Youth : 13 ~ 18 years old
- Child : 3 ~ 12 years old
※ Under 3 yrs are free of charge (Bring certification documents)

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