In addition, the glossy enamel of the panel furthers the illusion of movement within the three-dimensional shape (Marx, "The Madonna of St. Vitus Cathedral in Prague"). Still further representations of Bohemian influence of the architecture of Prague can be seen within the Church of Virgin Mary Victorious in Prague. The building, built in 1611 as the Holy Trinity Church, was reworked in 1636 as Mary Victorious. The church is a resounding example of Bohemian art within architecture. Originally based on Roman architecture, the structure was renovated to represent a more Bohemian culture ambiance. Introducing a single-nave layout, typical of the Bohemian simplicity, the church brought a sense of anti-reformation. The rebuilding also included a paneling of the frontage of the structure with traditional Bohemian artworks of religious icons (Official Site of the Czech Republic, "Church of Virgin Mary Victorious").

Still further, the rebuilding of the church added elaborate glasswork ornamentation to almost all areas of the structure, including mosaic windows, ornate framed wall panels and structure outlines. This glasswork, a staple of the Bohemian art style, brings with it a sense of grandness and elaboration that many other styles within the area do not convey (Official Site of the Czech Republic, "Church of Virgin Mary Victorious").

Still another representation of Bohemian art within architectural styles of Prague can be seen in Prague Castle. From the spacious Royal Palace with the painted inlaid panels, to the Vladislav Hall displaying Bohemian glasswork, the Castle is a perfect example of Bohemian representation within architecture. The St. Vitus Cathedral, mentioned previously, is located within the Castle as well. Further, the St. George's Basilica,...

George's Convent, house not only Golden Lane, with 24 small houses styled with the subtle archways and distinct color patterns of Bohemian art, but also house the oldest collections of Bohemian painting and sculptures within Prague (Radocsay, 37).
It is easy to see why Prague has become one of the most well-known cities, architecturally, in all of Europe. From the glasswork and panels of many structures, it is also clear that styles of Bohemian art certainly played a part in the creation of many historical buildings. The workings of light against dark, color on color, and images of religious icons are some of the best known Bohemian inspired works in all of Europe, and show clearly the talents of those who inspired the architecture.

References

Kren, Emil. "Bohemia." The History of the Style. 2003. Prague National Gallery. 19 April 2003. Prague National Gallery. http://www.wga.hu/tours/gothic/history.html#bohemia.

Marx, Dan. "The Madonna of St. Vitus Cathedral in Prague." Prague National Gallery. 2003. Prague National Gallery. 19 April 2003. http://www.wga.hu/html/m/master/xunk_bo/madvitus.html.

Meilach, Dona. "Prague: The City is the Museum." Arts and Activities 129.2 (2001): 55-57.

Official Site for the Czech Republic. "Church of Virgin Mary Victorious." Bohemia and Moravia Baroque Architecture. 2003. Czech Republic. 19 April 2003. Official Site of the Czech Republic. http://www.cartage.org.lb/en/themes/Arts/Architec/BaroqueArchitecture/BohemiaMoraviaBaroqueArchitecture/BohemiaMoraviaBaroqueArchitecture.htm.

Radocsay, Denes. Gothic Panel Painting in Hungary. Budapest: Corvena Press, 1963.

Robbins, Kate. "Three Days in Prague." Contemporary Review 270.1577 (1997): 317-319.