Smetana Collection

Portrait of the composer Bedrich Smetana, ca 1866. Creator: Photo studio H. Fiedler, Prague
Portrait of the composer Bedrich Smetana, ca 1866. Found in the Collection of Bedrich Smetana Museum, Prague

Portrait of the composer Bedrich Smetana, 1866. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of the composer Bedrich Smetana, 1866. Found in the Collection of Bedrich Smetana Museum, Prague

Portrait of the composer Bedrich Smetana, 1878. Creator: Photo studio J. Mulac, Prague
Portrait of the composer Bedrich Smetana, 1878. Found in the Collection of Bedrich Smetana Museum, Prague

Bedrich Smetana in circle of friends in 1865, 1923. Creator: Dvorak, Franz (Frantisek) (1862-1927)
Bedrich Smetana in circle of friends in 1865, 1923. Found in the Collection of Bedrich Smetana Museum, Prague

Portrait of the composer Bedrich Smetana. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of the composer Bedrich Smetana. Found in the Collection of Bedrich Smetana Museum, Prague

Portrait of Karel Sabina (1813-1877). Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of Karel Sabina (1813-1877). Found in the Collection of Bedrich Smetana Museum, Prague

Saint Wenceslas and his Blanik knights set off from the mountain. Illustration from Stare povesti ceske by Alois Jirasek, 1898. Found in the collection of University Library, Prague

Portrait of Bedrich Smetana (1824-1884). Artist: Bilek, Frantisek (1872-1941)
Portrait of Bedrich Smetana (1824-1884). Found in the collection of City Gallery Prague

BEDRICH SMETANA (1824-1884). Czech composer, pianist and conductor

SALOMAN, Geskel (1821-1902). Portrait of Bedrich Smetana. Oil on canvas

BEDRICH SMETANA (1824-1884). Czech composer, pianist and conductor. Drawing, c1932, by Samuel Nisenson

Bedrich Smetana / Anon
BEDRICH SMETANA Bohemian musician

Charles Bridge and Smetana Museum reflected in the River Vltava, Old Town, Prague, Czech Republic, Europe

People boating on Vltava River below Smetana embankment, Stare Mesto, Prague, Czech Republic, Europe

Bedrich Smetana / Photo
BEDRICH SMETANA Bohemian musician

Smetana / Bride - Set
( Prodama Nevesta ) Set design for acts 1 and 3. in the Paris 1928 production

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Bedrich Smetana, a renowned composer from the 19th century, left an indelible mark on the world of classical music. These captivating portraits provide glimpses into his life and legacy. In the first portrait, taken around 1866 by the Photo studio H. Fiedler in Prague, we see Smetana as a young man with an air of determination in his eyes. His passion for music is evident even at this early stage of his career. The anonymous portrait from 1866 captures Smetana's intense gaze and thoughtful expression. It speaks volumes about his dedication to his craft and the depth of emotion he poured into each composition. Fast forward to 1878, where another photo studio in Prague, J. Mulac, immortalizes Smetana once again. This time he appears more mature and refined, exuding confidence that comes with years of experience. A fascinating snapshot from 1865 shows Bedrich Smetana surrounded by friends who undoubtedly shared his love for music. Among them is Franz Dvorak (Frantisek), capturing a moment frozen in time when creativity flourished within their circle. While most images focus solely on Smetana himself, there are also depictions of those who influenced him greatly. Karel Sabina was one such figure - an influential poet whose words may have inspired some of Smetana's compositions. Beyond these portraits lies a vast musical landscape created by Smetana's genius mind. His symphonic poem "My Country" stands as one of his greatest achievements - a tribute to Czech culture and history that resonates even today. Smetana's devotion to his homeland shines through in every note he composed; it is no wonder that he became known as the father of Czech national music. His works continue to be celebrated worldwide for their emotional depth and technical brilliance.