Propaganda. The Theater of Power in the Early Modern Period

The exhibition presents the fascinating world of early modern propaganda, when Europe in the 16th–18th centuries was undergoing transformation under the pressure of religious conflicts, the rise of states, and new power strategies. Propaganda became a key tool with which both ecclesiastical and secular elites shaped public opinion, consolidated authority, and built identity.

Visitors will see how images, words, and ceremonial spectacles—from books, prints, and paintings to theatrical celebrations—were transformed into effective means of persuasion. The “Theater of Power” will show that early modern propaganda was not only manipulation, but also a tool for creating symbols and shared values, the echoes of which still resonate in European culture today.

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