Relocation by Vladimír Popovič

Relocation, in brief

Title: Relocation
Artist: Vladimír Popovič (1939–2025)
Artist born in: Vysoká nad Uhom, Slovakia
Dimensions: 147 × 227 cm
Where to see it: Tatra Gallery, Poprad, Slovak Republic

Which museum holds Relocation?

Tatra Gallery

Poprad, Slovak Republic

The Industrial Soul of Slovak Artistry Nestled within the striking, industrial framework of Elektráreň TG —a former power plant in Poprad—the Tatra Gallery stands as a profound testament to the resilience and evolution of Slovak artistic heritage. To step into this space is to enter a dialogue between the past and the present, where the soaring brick towers and rugged architecture of a repurposed energy plant provide a dramatic, almost cinematic backdrop for the contemplation of fine art. This institution defies the conventional, sterile notions of museum spaces, offering instead a vibrant hub where the echoes of heavy industry meet the delicate nuances of creative expression.

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Questions on Relocation, answered

Which museum holds the original "Relocation"?

You can see the original "Relocation" at the Tatra Gallery, Poprad, Slovak Republic.

What size is "Relocation" by Vladimír Popovič in real life?

"Relocation" measures 227 x 147 cm in its original form. Original dimensions are a useful reference when choosing a reproduction size.

Can the image of "Relocation" by Vladimír Popovič be freely reproduced?

"Relocation" by Vladimír Popovič is still protected by copyright. This status governs how the image of the work may be reproduced.

Who created "Relocation"?

"Relocation" is attributed to Vladimír Popovič.

What explains the copyright situation of "Relocation" by Vladimír Popovič?

The copyright status of "Relocation" - still protected by copyright - follows from the artist's death in 2025.

Is "Relocation" by Vladimír Popovič kept in the artist's home country?

No - the artwork is kept abroad. The birth country of Vladimír Popovič is Slovakia, and the museum holding the original of "Relocation" is in Slovak Republic.

About the artist, Vladimír Popovič

1939–2025, Slovakia

Vladimír Popovič

A Pioneer of Slovak Contemporary Art Vladimír Popovič (1939–2025) stands as a monumental figure in the annals of Slovak art history, recognized for his groundbreaking exploration of paper and object assemblage—techniques that fundamentally reshaped the landscape of Slovak visual culture. Born in Uhrovec, Slovakia, amidst the breathtaking vistas of the High Tatras mountains, Popovič’s artistic journey began with an unwavering dedication to experimentation and a profound engagement with both formal aesthetics and conceptual ideas. His formative years instilled within him a sensitivity to texture, materiality, and the evocative power of simple forms—influences that would permeate his entire oeuvre and establish him as a visionary of the modern era. His academic pursuits at the Bratislava Academy of Fine Arts and Design between 1959 and 1965 provided him with a crucial foundation in artistic principles, yet it was his initial foray into “crumpled paper” works that truly cemented his distinctive style.

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