Programs

Public Art in Poland

Can artists predict and control what might happen with their works in the city space? Does art generates social conflicts or simply points out the existing ones? Do severe reactions that are resulting from artistic actions in public space speak about strength or weakness? The video „Public art” sums up the last 15 years of public art in Poland, starting from “Brodno 200” by Paweł Althamer and finishing with the “Rainbow” by Julita Wójcik.

placePoland
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cameraMikołaj Syguda
soundMikołaj Syguda
editingLaura Pawela
interviewAnna Zakrzewska
playlistsCritical series
categoryPrograms
published11. 3. 2015
languageČesky / English
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Public Art in Poland
For over a century, the factory in Střekov has influenced the structure of the city and the quality of life of its inhabitants. During the period of industrial development, Johann Schicht and his descendants built civic amenities in the city – a health center, spas, nurseries, a library, and residential buildings for their workers. After the company was nationalized, production continued and continued to employ a large number of newly settled residents. The national company Setuza also brought its employees together and enabled them to participate in "extracurricular activities," primarily in events organized by the Revolutionary Trade Union Movement, which included the organization of International Women's Day celebrations, St. Nicholas Day gifts, and children's camps.