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Statue of King Wenceslas Riding an Upside-Down Dead Horse

Experience Prague's quirky side with this surreal statue of King Wenceslas on an upside-down horse, a modern twist on Czech history and leadership.

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A quirky and thought-provoking statue by David Černý located within the Lucerna passage in Prague's New Town, offering a comedic and surreal twist on the traditional equestrian statue of King Wenceslas. It's a playful nod to both history and modern leadership, inviting contemplation and discussion.

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Local tips

  • Take your time exploring the Lucerna passage, as it contains other intriguing artworks and cultural hotspots.
  • Visit the Lucerna passage for a taste of local culture by exploring the small shops and cafes within the passage.
  • The statue makes for a fantastic and unique photo backdrop.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    If you are near Wenceslas Square, walk down to the southern end of the square and turn onto Vodičkova Street. Continue walking straight and look for the entrance to the Lucerna passage, which is located on your left. The statue is situated within this passage at Vodičkova 704/36.

  • Public Transport

    From the Můstek metro station (Line A and B), exit towards Vodičkova Street. Walk straight along Vodičkova Street for about 5 minutes until you reach the Lucerna passage on your right. The statue of King Wenceslas Riding an Upside-Down Dead Horse is located inside this passage at Vodičkova 704/36. A single metro ticket costs 40 CZK.

  • Car

    If driving, navigate to New Town (Nové Město) and take Wenceslas Square (Václavské náměstí) and continue onto Vodičkova Street (Vodičkova ulice). Lucerna Passage is located at Vodičkova 704/36. Public parking garages are nearby, such as the Palackého Náměstí Garage, which may charge around 40-60 CZK per hour.

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Hanging from the ceiling of the Art Nouveau Lucerna Palace in Prague, the Statue of King Wenceslas Riding an Upside-Down Dead Horse is an unconventional and thought-provoking tourist attraction. Crafted by Czech artist David Černý, the sculpture presents a comedic twist on the traditional equestrian statue of King Wenceslas, a revered patron saint of the Czech Republic. The statue is a mocking reference to the more famous equestrian statue of King Wenceslas in Wenceslas Square. Černý is also known for other unsettling large-scale installations. The statue is within the Lucerna passage, easily accessible to tourists. The surrounding area is lively, with shops, cafes, and galleries. The sculpture can be interpreted as a commentary on Czech history and modern leadership. It encourages viewers to question traditional heroic depictions and the Czech Republic's struggles for democracy. The dead horse disrupts the viewer's predisposed notions of symbolic equestrian statues.

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