Rotating Head of Franz Kafka
The Rotating Head of Franz Kafka is located in the heart of Prague. This fascinating work of art uniquely honors the spirit of the famous writer. A surreal masterpiece that captivates both the "ordinary" tourist and admirers of art and literature.
The "Rotating Head of Franz Kafka" is a creation of the artist David Černý and was unveiled on October 31, 2014. It is located on a quiet square in the Nové Město district, between Wenceslas Square and the Legioenbrug.
The sculpture, with a height of almost eleven meters, represents the head of Franz Kafka, the author of some well-known works in world literature, including "The Metamorphosis" and "The Trial."
However, what makes this artwork so intriguing is not only the fact that it depicts Kafka's head, but also the interactive elements that bring it to life.
The head rotates and moves every hour
Kafka's head is made up of 42 different stainless steel plates, which can move independently of each other. This symbolizes the complexity and depth of Kafka's literary works, in which the line between reality and absurdity often blurs.
It rotates for 15 minutes
Every hour, the head rotates in different positions for 15 minutes and ends again in a motionless face. Make sure you get a place in time to take photos or a video on the normally quiet square.
Look at the facial expression
Walk around the artwork and observe the changing facial expressions and contours of Kafka's head. Sometimes it looks like a serene facial expression, while at other times the face seems to distort into an expression of fear or confusion.
This dynamic aspect of the artwork invites reflection on the layers of Kafka's literary legacy and the many interpretations that his works have received.
