Slovanska Epopej Collection

The Abolition of Serfdom in Russia, 1914. Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
The Abolition of Serfdom in Russia, 1914. Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

The Oath of Omladina Under the Slavic Linden Tree (The cycle The Slav Epic). Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
The Oath of Omladina Under the Slavic Linden Tree (The cycle The Slav Epic). Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

Study for The Slav Epic. The Defense of Sziget by Nicholas Zrinsky. Found in the Collection of A. Mucha Museum, Prague

By ones own strength III, 1911. Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
By ones own strength III, 1911. Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

By ones own strength II, 1911. Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
By ones own strength II, 1911. Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

By ones own strength I, 1911. Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
By ones own strength I, 1911. Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

0, 1911. Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
0, 1911. Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

John Amos Comenius, 1911. Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
John Amos Comenius, 1911. Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

John Hus, 1911. Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
John Hus, 1911. Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

The Slavic Unity, 1910-1911. Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
The Slavic Unity, 1910-1911. Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

Slavs in their Original Homeland, 1911. Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
Slavs in their Original Homeland, 1911. Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

John of Pernstein, 1911. Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
John of Pernstein, 1911. Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

George of Podebrady, 1911. Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
George of Podebrady, 1911. Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

Holy Mount Athos, 1926. Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
Holy Mount Athos, 1926. Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

John Zizka, 1911. Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
John Zizka, 1911. Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

Apotheosis of the Slavs. Slavs for Humanity, 1926. Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
Apotheosis of the Slavs. Slavs for Humanity, 1926. Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

Petr Chelcicky at Vodnany (The cycle The Slav Epic). Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
Petr Chelcicky at Vodnany (The cycle The Slav Epic). Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

Master Jan Hus Preaching at the Bethlehem Chapel (The cycle The Slav Epic). Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
Master Jan Hus Preaching at the Bethlehem Chapel (The cycle The Slav Epic). Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

The Meeting Na Krizkach (The cycle The Slav Epic). Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
The Meeting Na Krizkach (The cycle The Slav Epic). Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

Ottokar II of Bohemia. The Union of Slavic Dynasties (The cycle The Slav Epic). Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
Ottokar II of Bohemia. The Union of Slavic Dynasties (The cycle The Slav Epic). Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

Study for the Slav Epic. Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
Study for the Slav Epic. Private Collection

The Coronation of the Serbian Tsar Stefan Dusan as East Roman Emperor (The cycle The Slav Epic). Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

The Bulgarian Tsar Simeon (The cycle The Slav Epic). Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
The Bulgarian Tsar Simeon (The cycle The Slav Epic). Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

The Introduction of the Slavonic Liturgy (The cycle The Slav Epic). Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
The Introduction of the Slavonic Liturgy (The cycle The Slav Epic). Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

The Printing of the Bible of Kralice in Ivancice (The cycle The Slav Epic). Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
The Printing of the Bible of Kralice in Ivancice (The cycle The Slav Epic). Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

The Hussite King George of Podebrady (The cycle The Slav Epic). Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
The Hussite King George of Podebrady (The cycle The Slav Epic). Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

The Defense of Sziget against the Turks by Nicholas Zrinsky (The cycle The Slav Epic). Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

After the Battle of Vitkov Hill (The cycle The Slav Epic). Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
After the Battle of Vitkov Hill (The cycle The Slav Epic). Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

After the Battle of Grunwald. The Solidarity of the Northern Slavs (The cycle The Slav Epic). Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

Jan Milic z Kromerize (The cycle The Slav Epic). Artist: Mucha, Alfons Marie (1860-1939)
Jan Milic z Kromerize (The cycle The Slav Epic). Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

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"Slovanska Epopej: A Visual Journey Through Slavic History" Alfons Marie Mucha, a renowned artist of the 19th and 20th centuries, embarked on an extraordinary artistic endeavor known as "Slovanska Epopej" or "The Slav Epic. " This monumental cycle of twenty large-scale paintings aimed to depict the rich history and cultural heritage of the Slavic people. One captivating piece from this collection is "The Oath of Omladina Under the Slavic Linden Tree, " which portrays a significant moment in Slavic folklore. It symbolizes unity and solidarity among young Slavs under a sacred linden tree. Another remarkable work is "The Defense of Sziget by Nicholas Zrinsky, " illustrating a heroic battle fought by Hungarian-Croatian nobleman Nicholas Zrinsky against Ottoman invaders. Mucha's art also delves into political themes such as "The Abolition of Serfdom in Russia. " This painting showcases the emancipation movement that led to freedom for millions of Russian serfs in 1861. Additionally, his triptych titled "By One's Own Strength" explores themes like education, industry, and spirituality through three interconnected panels. In his quest to celebrate prominent figures from Slavic history, Mucha created stunning portraits including those depicting John Amos Comenius and John Hus. These influential thinkers played pivotal roles in shaping Czech culture and advocating for educational reforms during their respective eras. "The Slavic Unity" serves as a visual representation of pan-Slavism – an ideology promoting unity among all Slavs despite regional differences. Meanwhile, "Slavs in their Original Homeland" transports viewers back to ancient times when early Slavs inhabited their ancestral lands. Lastly, Mucha pays homage to John of Pernstein - a nobleman who supported religious tolerance during turbulent times - through his artwork.