1928
410
×610
cm
The Slav Epic, created between 1910 and 1928 by Alphonse Mucha, is a series of monumental paintings that celebrate the cultural heritage of the Slavic people and embodies Mucha's deep admiration for Slavic culture and identity.
Charles Richard Crane, an American businessman and a passionate admirer of Mucha's work who shared Mucha's interest in Slavic culture and history, played a significant role in supporting Alphonse Mucha's ambitious project.
Thanks to Crane's generous patronage, Mucha was able to devote himself fully to the project, which consisted of 20 large canvases depicting the history and mythology of the Slavic people from the Dark Ages to the Future. This financial support allowed Mucha to travel, conduct extensive research and work on the monumental paintings without the burden of financial constraints.
It's important to note that "The Slav Epic" is a culturally significant yet ideologically charged series as it reflects nationalist views, celebrating the identity of the Slavic people. (MS)
