One of PL's most internationally recognised and controversial 20th century painters, Zdzisław Beksiński (1925-2005) is known for his large, almost luminous, and emotionally-charged canvases depicting grotesque figures and apocalyptic landscapes. The themes of war, ruin, decay and deformity are prevalent throughout his work, which has been described as both 'fantastical realism' and 'dystopian surrealism;' we'd call it something of a cross between H.R. Giger and Francis Bacon. One of the most worthwhile things to see in Nowa Huta, this stunning collection of 50 paintings in the Nowa Huta Cultural Centre features some of his most definitive work, perfectly presented in a dark room on black walls, where the only light is directly on the art itself, and subtly accompanied by music by Armand Amar.
Zdzisław Beksiński Gallery
If you find yourself completely fascinated by Beksiński, his life and family are the subject of the excellent 2016 Polish film Ostatnia Rodzina (The Last Family).
Hello, I would love to visit the exhibition on 28th of December 2019. Will it be open by that date? Thank you!
Editor IYP
Krakow
5. 6. 2026
Hi Shira, Yes it is. It's a permanent exhibit.
Shira
5. 6. 2026
Hello is the Bekinski exhibition will be up between 21-23 of June 2019?
Editor IYP
Krakow
5. 6. 2026
Yes, Stefano, it is possible from 12:00 - 19:00. Hope you do visit, it is worth it.
Stefano
5. 6. 2026
Hi, I would like to come visit beksinski gallery on 24th of march. Is it possible?
Thank you
Christina
5. 6. 2026
Beksinski exhibition is very much worth the visit. Please visit the virtual reality experience. Very good! A special thank you to Anna in the box office.
Editor IYP
Krakow
5. 6. 2026
Hi Diana,
You''re in luck because according to our sources (the NCK) the gallery will reopen on September 16th. Enjoy!
Diana
Antwerp, Belgium
5. 6. 2026
Hi, I''m from Belgium and will be in Nowa Huta sept. 19yh 2017. Will the gelerie be open again by then? I so much would like to see Zdzisław Beksiński''s work.
Diana
