[Seoul] Alphonse Mucha: The Artist as Visionary Exhibition Ticket

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.
Over 70 pieces will be unveiled in Korea for the first time, offering visitors a unique opportunity to explore Mucha's artistic world. These include the oil paintings The Light of Hope, Slavia, and the sculpture La Nature.

This exhibition was organized in close collaboration with the Mucha Trust, the owner of the collection dedicated to preserving Alphonse Mucha's artistic philosophy and legacy. Alphonse Mucha's grandson and protector of the Mucha Trust, John Mucha, and acting curator Tomoko Sato, were directly involved in the curation. The 18 oil paintings, rarely seen even in Prague, were specially transported from the Czech Republic, offering a rare chance to appreciate the painterly sensibility of an artist often known primarily for his lithographs.

The exhibition illuminates the multifaceted journey of Mucha, known as both the "world's greatest decorative artist" and an "apostle of nationalism". The first half focuses on his Paris period, which established him as a master of Art Nouveau, showcasing iconic lithographs like Gismonda, Rêverie, Zodiac, and JOB. The second half shifts to his return to his homeland, the Czech Republic, and his efforts to realize his patriotic ideals. This period culminates in The Slav Epic, a monumental series of twenty paintings depicting the history of the Slavic people.
 

Exhibition Highlights

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

Exhibition Period

~2026.03.04 (Wednesday)

 

Exhibition Venuve

THE HYUNDAI SEOUL ALT.1 (6F)

 

Opening Hours

Monday ~ Thursday 10:30-20:00 (Last Entry 19:00)

Friday ~ Sunday 10:30-20:30 (Last Entry 19:30)

1. After purchasing the ticket check mobile or email voucher.

2. Visit freely on your preferred date within the validity period.

3. Present your voucher at the ticket box to exchange it for a physical ticket and enter the exhibition. 

[Subway]

- Yeouido Station (line 5, 9) Exit no. 3

- Yeouinaru Station (line 5) Exit no. 1

[Car]

108, Yeoui-daero, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, THE HYUNDAL SEOUL  ALT.1 (6F)

* Visitors with an exhibition ticket are eligible for 2 hours of free parking. (Please register your car number at the ticket box.)

* This ticket is for FOREIGN VISITORS ONLY. Korean nationals are not eligible to use it. 

1. Re-entry is not permitted after leaving the exhibition hall. 

2. Private exhibition commentary is not allowed, except by official docents. 

3. Food and beverages are not allowed inside the exhibition space. 

4. Pets are not permitted. 

5. Photography is allowed with mobile phones only. If staff or visitors request deletion of photos in which appear, you must comply.

6. Use flash, tripods, or selfie sticks, as well as commercial photography, is strictly prohibited.

7. Please keep quiet and be considerate of other visitors during your visit. 

* Failure to comply with these regulations may result in intervention by on-site staff. 

Unused ticket : 100% Refund

- Unused ticket within the validity period can be 100% refunded.