The monumental sculpture Balance by sculptor Josef Klimeš was one of the most striking works in Prague’s public space for decades. Thanks to its location on the Barrandov Bridge, it became part of the city’s everyday landscape and, at the same time, an example of the unique interplay between sculpture and architecture in the second half of the 20th century. The exhibition at Kobka 17 traces the story of this sculpture from its creation to the present, as a replica is currently being prepared.

Ludmila Sedlák Mojžíšová is the curator of the exhibition Josef Klimeš – Balance and the granddaughter of sculptor Josef Klimeš. She has long been dedicated to preserving her grandfather’s artistic legacy. She makes his archive accessible, cares for his sculptures in public spaces, and communicates with their owners to ensure their maintenance and protection.

She strives to highlight the sculptor’s work and its significance in the context of Czech art and architecture. She contributed to the creation of the documentary film Otisky času, which explores Klimeš’s work through, among other things, the memories of Vladimir 518. She also co-founded the Josef Klimeš Sculptor Endowment Fund, which oversees the preservation of his legacy and develops additional projects. These include the preparation of a comprehensive monograph to mark the 100th anniversary of the sculptor’s birth. Her goal is to ensure that Klimeš’s work is not forgotten and continues to resonate with future generations.