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Vojtěch Bartoněk

1859 – 1908

Czech painter

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About Vojtěch Bartoněk

Lived 1859 – 1908 (aged 49). Vojtěch Bartoněk was an Austrian painter, restorer, visual artist and illustrator.

Vojtěch Bartoněk (28 March 1859 – 25 August 1908 in Prague) was a Czech painter and art restorer.

Life and work He studied at the Academy of Fine Arts, Prague; initially with Jan Swerts, later with Antonín Lhota, Maximilian Pirner, František Sequens and František Čermák. He completed his studies in Paris at the École des Beaux Arts.

Primarily known as a history painter, he later turned to genre scenes from the streets and marketplaces of Prague. In 1888, his painting "Recruits" was purchased by Josef Hlávka, benefactor of the Czech Academy of Sciences.

He collaborated with Mikoláš Aleš on the diorama, (Killing the Saxons at ) and illustrated some of the works of Božena Němcová. He also provided illustrations for Světozor and Zlatá Praha.

He also did architectural work; including the lunettes at the , and ceiling paintings at the Church of the Assumption in Klecany. Several churches have altar paintings by him and were the beneficiaries of his restorative work.

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Academy of Fine Arts, Prague
Also known as
Vojtech Adalbert Bartonek, Vojtech Bartonek

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Vojtěch Bartoněk?

Czech painter (1859-1908)

When was Vojtěch Bartoněk born?

Vojtěch Bartoněk was born on 28 March 1859 in Prague.

When did Vojtěch Bartoněk die?

Vojtěch Bartoněk died on 25 August 1908 in Prague, New Town.

What was Vojtěch Bartoněk's occupation?

Vojtěch Bartoněk was a painter, restorer, visual artist and illustrator.

What nationality was Vojtěch Bartoněk?

Vojtěch Bartoněk was Austrian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Vojtěch Bartoněk

· Wikidata: Q6351760

· DBpedia: Vojtěch Bartoněk

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