About Karel Šimůnek
Lived 1869 – 1942 (aged 72). Karel Šimůnek was an Austrian and Czech painter, graphic artist, scenographer, exlibrist and watercolorist.
Karel Šimůnek (31 August 1869 in Beroun – 19 July 1942 in Prague ) was a Czech watercolorist and illustrator, and a designer of posters and of theatrical sets. He studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Prague under Professors Václav Brožík and Maximilian Pirner.
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Who was Karel Šimůnek?
Czech artist (1869-1942)
When was Karel Šimůnek born?
Karel Šimůnek was born on 31 August 1869 in Beroun.
When did Karel Šimůnek die?
Karel Šimůnek died on 19 July 1942 in Prague, Vinohrady.
What was Karel Šimůnek's occupation?
Karel Šimůnek was a painter, graphic artist, scenographer, exlibrist and watercolorist.
What nationality was Karel Šimůnek?
Karel Šimůnek was Austrian and Czech.
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