Lot 188

Jiří John (1923 - 1972) ROCK FALLING ON A ROSE

Jiří John is considered a leading representative of the Czech art scene of the sixties of the 20th century. His mature artistic expression combined the effects of nature, matter and light. A stone falling on a rose is the author's statement about the occupation of 1968. Symbolic expression was not typical for him, but in this case he felt the need to express his wounded feelings.

Published:

Šetlík, J., Vrba, T.: Jiří Šetlík: They accompany me through life. Museum of Art and Design Benešov, 2019. pp. 85, 91.