- This is an exhibition of an overwhelming scale, where you can see 143 masterpieces by Mucha all at once—something rarely seen anywhere else in the world.
- You can experience a rare historical moment firsthand, as 11 national treasures specially approved by the Czech government are now in Korea—a chance that may not come again.
- With over 70 works being unveiled for the first time in Korea, you will have the special opportunity to discover Mucha’s hidden masterpieces before anyone else.
- From his rise as an Art Nouveau icon in Paris to his masterpieces embodying the ideals of the Slavic people, this immersive experience takes you on a journey through the entire artistic life of Mucha.
- With world-class curation directly involving Muha’s grandson and Trust, you’ll encounter in-depth stories and interpretations that you won’t hear anywhere else.
To commemorate the 35th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Republic of Korea and the Czech Republic, a special exhibition, <Alphonse Mucha: The Artist as Visionary>, 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.
Exhibition Highlights
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Currently Exhibited Works
Gismonda, 1894, Color lithograph, 216 x 74.2 cm ⓒ Mucha Trust 2025 | Self-portrait, 1899, Oil on panel, 32 x 21 cm ⓒ Mucha Trust 2025  | Rêverie, 1897, Color lithograph, 72.7 x 55.2 cm ⓒ Mucha Trust 2025  |
| JOB,1896, Color lithograph, 66.7 x 46.4 cm ⓒ Mucha Trust 2025  | Zodiac, 1896, Color lithograph, 65.7 x 48.2 cm ⓒ Mucha Trust 2025  | |
Madonna of the Lilies, 1905, Tempera on canvas, 247 x 182 cm ⓒ Mucha Trust 2025  | La Nature, c.1900, Patinated bronze and malachite, 70 x 27 x 28 cm ⓒ Mucha Trust 2025 *First Release in Korea  | Mucha-designed pendant decorative chain(1858-1929) Work),1900, Gold, Enamel, Freshwater pearl, Mother-of-pearl, Gemstone, Length 159 cm ⓒ Mucha Trust 2025 *First Release in Korea  |
| Spring Awakens the Earth, 1933, Oil on Canvas, 136 x 90 cm ⓒ Mucha Trust 2025 *National Treasure of Czech Republic  | Savon Mucha, 1906, Color lithograph, 41.9 x 61.2 cm ⓒ Mucha Trust 2025  | |
| Slavia, c.1920, Oil on Canvas, 80 x 76 cm ⓒ Mucha Trust 2025 *National Treasure of Czech Republic *First time shown in Korea  | Woman in the Wilderness, 1923, Draw, Oil on Canvas, 49.5×50cm, ⓒ Mucha Trust *First time shown in Korea  | The Light of Hope, 1933, Oil on Canvas, 96.2 x 90.7 cm ⓒ Mucha Trust 2025 *National Treasure *First time shown in Korea  |