Set for Osvobozene Divadlo 1929

Jindrich Styrsky’s “Set for Osvobozene Divadlo” is a striking black and white silhouette created in 1929 for the stage design of a play. This artwork is a powerful example of Styrsky’s abstract style, which favored geometric shapes and stark contrasts to evoke an emotional response in the viewer. The figure is portrayed in a seated position, their form accentuated by the stark white background, emphasizing the silhouette's dramatic and theatrical quality. The work embodies the spirit of the Czech avant-garde movement and its experimentation with new forms and techniques in the arts.