Head of Franz Kafka
Hlava Franze Kafky
A Kafka head made of 42 layers of stainless steel beside a shopping centre in the New Town. The layers constantly rotate and reassemble, making it a popular photo spot.
The Kafka Rotating Head was created in 2014 by Czech artist David Černý. Standing about 11 metres tall, it is made of 42 independently rotating mirror-polished stainless steel slices. At set times they turn, separate and reassemble into the face of Kafka, symbolising the writer's inner division and anxiety. It stands beside the Quadrio shopping centre; exit at Národní třída metro station (Line B) and you're there. Viewing is free. Nearby, you can also find other works by Černý, such as the upside-down horse at Lucerna Palace.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Havelské tržiště
- U Fleků
- Old Town Square & Astronomical Clock
- Wenceslas Square
- Clementinum
- National Theatre
- Mucha Museum
- Josefov (Jewish Quarter)