František Palacký Monument, Prague, Bronze monument in New Town, Prague, Czech Republic.
The František Palacký Monument is a bronze sculpture in Palackého square featuring a central seated figure surrounded by various bronze forms. The composition includes mythological and allegorical elements such as a two-headed winged creature and a fallen female figure.
The work was created by Stanislav Sucharda and completed in 1912 to honor František Palacký, a key figure in Czech historical writing. Its creation occurred during a period when Czech national identity was being redefined.
The monument displays allegorical figures representing struggle and triumph, which visitors encounter as they walk around the composition. These artistic forms speak to emotions and ideas that held meaning in Czech culture.
The monument sits in a public square that remains freely accessible throughout the year and is near bus stops. It is easy to reach on foot and viewable from all sides, allowing visitors time to explore the details.
The bronze figures express intense emotional states through their detailed facial expressions and dynamic postures, drawing the viewer into their world. These expressive faces and body positions make each figure seem to tell its own story.
Location: Prague
GPS coordinates: 50.07303,14.41483
Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:03
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