There is just something about this place.
This Aged Beauty is the home owned by Eugenio and Alberto, two life partners in Caslav Czech Republic and we have had the privilege to visit there twice.
These men promote FUTURA , a not for profit that promotes the production and presentation of contemporary art. It helps provide artists with the space to present and carry out their work. FUTURA operates a contemporary art center in Prague, organizes international exhibitions and year long exchange residencies for young artists in Prague and New York and summer workshops at Chateau Trebesice.
Our Wonderful Harriet makes sure that her tours visit Trebesice and have a special walk around and gourmet lunch prepared by Alberto.
We started with a drink and a small talk in the welcoming hall. The Chateau was a real wreck when they purchased it.
The grounds and outbuildings are extensive. And are not manicured. And could still use plenty of work. But it is a well loved property that encourages artists to be creative--and each artist must leave a piece of their work on the grounds or in one of the rooms when they leave.
Lunch was lovely. Starter salad with mixed spring greens, and sprinkled with violets. There was this puff pastry with ham and cheese melt-in-your-mouth-thingie that was incredible. The main was a braised short ribs and dessert was a variation on the theme of tiramisu. Wine --lots of wine.
One could spend the day exploring the grounds and looking at the art nestled in the wild and out buildings.
This is the giant neon heart that was perched atop the Prague Castle when President Havel left office. He always signed his name with a heart--so this was a glowing tribute to him. And Eugenio and Alberto acquired it.
What a day.
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