Jenő Barcsay (Barcsay Jenő), a pillar of 20th-century Hungarian art, receives a stunning tribute at the Hungarian University of Fine Arts (Magyar Képzőművészeti Egyetem) on the 125th anniversary of his birth. The special exhibition, “Perfect Balance. Cross-section – Jenő Barcsay’s Oeuvre in a New Light,” delves deep into his extraordinary legacy, going beyond the familiar to showcase fresh perspectives on his vast body of work.
Mosaic Master and Anatomy Genius
Visitors can marvel at several newly discovered pieces, immerse themselves in the intricate world of Barcsay’s mosaics, and examine original sketches from his essential book, “Artistic Anatomy” (Művészeti Anatómia). The exhibit offers a rare glimpse into his nonfigurative paintings, showing how he shaped modern Hungarian visual arts. Barcsay’s genius was rooted in anatomy, abstract forms, and the relationship between nature and visible reality—a true pioneer, reimagined for today’s audiences.
