22.11.2005
Czech 100 is an exhibition that maps the Czech lifestyle over the past one hundred years with considerable detachment, humour and pride.
The exhibition consists of 100 icons, representing major achievements in the field of design and lifestyle from Cubism to the present day, ranging from furniture, china, lighting, toys, graphic design, automobiles and domestic appliances to animated films. Many of the featured objects played a significant role in the everyday life of the Czech household.
One hundred representative items from the past hundred will be displayed from 23 November till 23 December 2005 at University of Brighton Gallery. The icons of Czech design will range from the legendary Tatra 77 car of 1934 to the latest Skoda Roomster, from avant-garde graphics to the present-day cult magazines Blok and Zivel, from Modernist toys to the Little Mole animated films, and from the Prague Metro to jewellery and a chocolate wrapper. We will be exhibiting a selection of the icons.
| Tatra 603 limousine 1956—62 |
Classic trainers 1970s |
SSS! sofa 2000 |
The selection process, which was by no means easy, and frequently gave rise to heated debate, involved leading figures from the Czech arts world, including designers, gallery owners, art dealers, curators and journalists.
An entertaining exhibition catalogue will guide the readers through the Czech lifestyle of the 20th century.
The exhibition is open from from 23 November – 23 December 2005
Opening hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 5pm
For more information see www.czech100.com
Contact: Marketing and Communications, University of Brighton,
01273 643022
