The Fullness of Emptiness. Gyula Czimra and the Sounds of Silence | An Unconventional Guided Tour by Art Historian Gergely Barki

In Gyula Czimra’s unique and ascetic art, it is striking how deeply and persistently he examined his closest surroundings—the tiny universe he discovered and shaped around himself. Yet in his case this was far from passive observation or internal (self-)reflection; rather, it was an active, intensely creative pursuit, constantly searching for the essence of reality.

By the time he found his own voice, he had absorbed numerous inspirations, including the styles of great predecessors such as Paul Gauguin and Vincent van Gogh. Filtered through his individuality, these influences gradually gave birth to a distinctive tone, which makes his later works particularly easy to recognize and distinguish from those of other artists. At the same time—as a key link in a chain reaction—his art also inspired later generations of Hungarian painters, and his impact can still be felt today.

Full-price ticket: 6,800 HUF

Discounted ticket: 4,000 HUF

Maximum capacity: 17 participants

Meeting point: 3rd floor, exhibition entrance

Tickets can be purchased online or on-site, on a first-come, first-served basis.