The history of Czech design stretches to the late 19th century, which saw the birth of the Czech aesthetic accelerated by the development of railways, furniture, and glass factories, and the rapid urbanization of Bohemia.
The Museum of Decorative Arts in Prague opened its doors in 1835 as a testament to the distinct work of Czech designers. The early 20th century saw the emergence of the Art Nouveau movement, led by the visionary painter Alphonse Mucha, who pioneered a new kind of art: the poster.
Czech design continued to achieve worldwide acclaim throughout the decades, leaving its unique impression in the guise of the Cubism movement or the modern shapes and colors emerging from the World Exhibition Expo 58, otherwise known as the Brussels' style.
On April 27, International Design Day, test how much you know about Czech designers and the magical motifs they gave to the world.
Question 1 / 10
What is the shortened name for these iconic bentwood chairs created by German cabinet maker Michael Thonet and produced in Czechia?
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Ton
Thon
The Michael
Bistro chair
Question 2 / 10
Name the Czech painter, illustrator, and graphic artist best known for his stylized Art Nouveau theater posters.
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František Kupka
Toyen
Alphonse Mucha
Jan Zravý
Question 3 / 10
This coffee set represents an example of what type of design that is unique to Czechia?
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Functionalism
Cubism
Modernism
Art Deco
Question 4 / 10
Name the acclaimed architect behind Brno's Villa Tugendhat, a pioneering prototype of early functionalist architecture.
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Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Frank Gehry
Eva Jiřičná
Adolf Loos
Question 5 / 10
Name the style associated with the Czechoslovak pavilion's 1958 Expo success.