Czechoslovakia 100 Years Sculptor Josef Myslbek Art silver token medal coin 1972

The 1972 Czechoslovakia 100 Korun silver commemorative medal honors the 100th anniversary of sculptor Josef Václav Myslbek, a central figure in Czech monumental art. Struck in silver, this artistic issue pays tribute to the master who shaped the visual identity of Prague through his iconic public monuments.

The obverse presents a refined left-facing portrait of Myslbek, his beard and facial features rendered in soft yet expressive relief. Above the portrait appear the dates 1872–1972. To the right, within a circular medallion framed by multiple concentric lines, stands an allegorical female figure accompanied by two children—one holding an object aloft—evoking Myslbek’s classical sculptural style. The inscription “SOCHAŘSTVÍ J. V. MYSLBEK” and the denomination “100” complete the lower field. The reverse bears the Czechoslovak coat of arms: a crowned lion within a shield, encircled by the inscription “ČESKOSLOVENSKO,” with a decorative architectural motif of four stylized pylons connected by a line at the base.

Josef Václav Myslbek is best known for the monumental statue of Saint Wenceslas in Prague’s Wenceslas Square, a national symbol of Czech statehood. His work bridged Romanticism and realism, leaving a lasting imprint on Central European sculpture.

A compelling collectible for admirers of fine art, sculpture, and Czechoslovak history, this silver commemorative medal captures both cultural pride and masterful design.

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