About Gyula Derkovits
Lived 1894 – 1934 (aged 40). Gyula Derkovits was a Hungarian painter and graphic artist.
Gyula Derkovits (13 April 1894, Szombathely, 18 June 1934, Budapest) was a Hungarian painter and graphic artist whose work shows elements of Expressionism, Cubism and Constructivism.
Biography
His father was a master carpenter and, despite showing some early artistic talent, he was forced to pursue the same trade. A friend who was a sign painter gave him his first drawing lessons, against his family's wishes. Displeased with that situation, he fled from his family by volunteering to serve in World War I.
This proved to be an unfortunate decision, as he was wounded at the front, leaving him with a paralyzed left hand
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Who was Gyula Derkovits?
Hungarian painter (1894-1934)
When was Gyula Derkovits born?
Gyula Derkovits was born on 13 April 1894 in Szombathely.
When did Gyula Derkovits die?
Gyula Derkovits died on 18 June 1934 in Budapest.
What was Gyula Derkovits's occupation?
Gyula Derkovits was a painter and graphic artist.
What nationality was Gyula Derkovits?
Gyula Derkovits was Hungarian.
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