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Artěl
Run by U.S. expat Karen Feldman, Art?l is one of Prague’s most beautiful stores for glass, jewelry and more. Feldman launched her line of handmade crystal glassware in the 1990s, and her many inspired collections are a stunning blend of modern design and traditional craftsmanship (the glasses are mouth-blown and decorated by hand in the Czech Republic). Her gem-like store, near the House of the Black Madonna and Czech Cubism Museum, has a dove-grey display wall where the colorful creations are dramatically back-lit. The boutique also features innovative glass jewelry and a small selection of Czech accessories and children’s toys—all designer objects that Karen selects herself. A second branch is located at U Lužíchého semiáré 7 (Prague 1 right by the river and Charles Bridge).
Dana
While this store also sells ceramics, porcelain and chandeliers, I tend to come here mainly for their Christmas ornaments, stopping in throughout the year to check out their inventory, which is always clearly displayed at the counter. I should mention that if you’re looking for natural handmade ornaments, this stop is not for you. What you will find here are wonderfully colorful and glittering ornaments in all shapes and sizes.
De Fakto
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Known for her one-of-a-kind silk designs, from evening dresses to suits, Prague native Ivana Follová prefers to work directly with clients on custom pieces, but you can buy from her shops, including an art gallery/boutique where she also carries jewelry, purses and ceramics by local artists.
Kubista
Specializing in Cubist design, this gallery is located in a city landmark, the Black Madonna House, which was built as a department store in 1911 and now contains the small Museum of Czech Cubism. The aptly placed boutique features original and reproduction Cubist-era furniture and objects and books.
Modernista
Via Musica
This gorgeous music store on the Malá Strana specializes in classical, jazz and Czech music. Located in the Lichtenstein Palace, which houses the Academy of Performing Arts, the shop is always crowded with students and faculty browsing its DVDs, books and musical scores. The staff will gladly steer you to special recordings and recommend concerts and secure tickets. There is another branch in Old Town Square as well.
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