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Karel Čapek’s View on the Importance of Institutions for the Reception of Modern Art
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| Year of publication | 2025 |
| Type | Appeared in Conference without Proceedings |
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| Description | The paper focuses on Karel Čapek’s perspective on the importance of cultural institutions for the reception of modern art in the Czech environment from the early 20th century through the interwar period. In his journalistic writings, Čapek repeatedly emphasized that galleries, museums, and art associations were not merely spaces for exhibiting artworks but carried a crucial educational and social function. He highlighted their role in shaping public taste, opening the way for new artistic movements, and integrating Czech culture into the broader European context. Of particular importance was his reflection on major international exhibitions, especially those of French art, which he regarded as essential for legitimizing modern creativity. The study demonstrates how Čapek’s journalism interconnected art, society, and cultural policy. |
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