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Rudolph II’s Court – Art & Science at Prague Castle

Explore Rudolph II’s magnetizing court at Prague Castle—artists, astronomers, and cabinets of wonder.

12/8/2025
13 min read
Room evoking a cabinet of wonders in Prague Castle

Portrait of a Court

Artists mingled with astronomers; curiosities ranged from mechanical wonders to natural anomalies.


Legacy

Prague’s reputation as a city of learning and craft crystallized under Rudolph’s patronage.

Cabinet of wonders display


Bottom Line

Think of the castle as a magnet—Rudolph II tuned its field to art and inquiry.

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Imperial Culture Analyst

Imperial Culture Analyst

I built this to help you enjoy Prague Castle smartly—clear pacing, better timing, and context that makes each courtyard and chapel resonate.

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