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Bohumil Kafka (14 February 1878 in Nová Paka – 24 November 1942 in Prague) was a Czech sculptor and pedagogue.
Bohumil Kafka | |
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Born | |
Died | 24 November 1942 64) | (aged
Nationality | Czech |
Alma mater | Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design in Prague |
Occupation(s) | sculptor and pedagogue |
He studied in Prague with sculptor Josef Václav Myslbek before moving to Vienna and then Paris to continue his studies. He worked in London, Berlin and Rome before returning and settling in Prague. He frequently worked in an Expressive symbolist style, was a noted animalier as well as being known for his decorative sculpture. He was considered a predecessor to the Art Nouveau style and was highly influenced by the works of Auguste Rodin.
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