Püspöki Udvarbíróház – Borsos Miklós Állandó Kiállítás

About

The Püspöki Udvarbíróház, home to the Borsos Miklós Permanent Exhibition, is one of Győr’s most intimate and atmospheric art venues. Set in a beautifully restored Baroque manor once used by the bishop’s estate steward, the building provides a fitting backdrop for the refined, poetic world of sculptor and graphic artist Miklós Borsos, one of Hungary’s most distinctive 20th‑century creators. Inside, visitors encounter a carefully curated selection of Borsos’s sculptures, medals, and reliefs. His hallmark style — a blend of classical harmony, modern abstraction, and subtle symbolism — is immediately recognisable. Bronze portrait heads, mythological figures, and lyrical female forms reveal his sensitivity to human expression and proportion. One of the most interesting aspects is Borsos’s mastery of small‑scale works. His medals and plaques, displayed in elegant cases, show extraordinary detail and emotional depth despite their modest size. The exhibition also includes drawings and prints that highlight his versatility across mediums. The manor’s historic interiors enhance the experience: vaulted rooms, period details, and soft lighting create a contemplative atmosphere that suits Borsos’s art. Together, they form a quiet cultural enclave in the heart of Győr.

Győr Hungary

Location

The Püspöki Udvarbíróház – Borsos Miklós Állandó Kiállítás is located on Káptalandomb (Cathedral Hill), one of the oldest parts of Győr, at Apor Vilmos püspök tere 2, next to the Szent Mihály statue and the Győr Cathedral Basilica. Nearby attractions include the Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption of Our Lady, a grand Baroque church on Káptalan Hill with centuries of history, originally built in Romanesque style and later reconstructed in Baroque form. The Bishop’s Castle (Püspökvár), which stands atop Káptalandomb hill and combines Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque elements, is also close by, with its tower open to visitors as a lookout point. Other nearby sights include the Győr Town Hall, one of the city’s most iconic landmarks inaugurated in 1900, the Széchenyi Square with its beautifully restored Baroque buildings, and the National Theatre of Győr with its op-art works by Victor Vasarely. The neolog-style synagogue, built between 1868 and 1870, now functions as a museum, and the Dunakapu Square with its central fountain topped with an iron rooster is also within walking distance.