About Savo Sovre
Lived 1928 – 2008 (aged 79–80). Savo Sovre was a Slovenian and Yugoslav writer, painter and illustrator.
Savo Sovre (7 July 1928 – 2008) was a Slovene painter also known for his illustrations of children's books.
He won the Levstik Award in 1964 for his illustrations for a Primary School German Exercise Book, but also illustrated many picture books and children's magazines.
He founded the Sovre Art School in Ljubljana.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Savo Sovre?
painter and illustrator (1928-2008)
When was Savo Sovre born?
Savo Sovre was born on 7 July 1928 in Ormož Municipality.
When did Savo Sovre die?
Savo Sovre died in 2008 in Ljubljana.
What was Savo Sovre's occupation?
Savo Sovre was a writer, painter and illustrator.
What nationality was Savo Sovre?
Savo Sovre was Slovenian and Yugoslav.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Savo Sovre. https://biography.guide/savo-sovre/
MLA: "Savo Sovre." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/savo-sovre/.
Chicago: "Savo Sovre." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/savo-sovre/.
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