Karel Vik

Karel Vik (1883–1964) was a Czechoslovak painter, puppet designer and graphic artist.

Also recorded as Karl Vik.

Karel Vik in brief

Born
1883
Died
1964
Known for
painter, puppet designer, graphic artist, scenographer, illustrator, xylographer, postage stamp designer and exlibrist
Place of birth
Hořice
Contents

Overview

Born at Hořice in 1883, died at Turnov in 1964.

In detail

the recorded working language is Czech.

The field of work recorded is painting, graphics and wood engraving technique.

Work by Karel Vik is recorded in the collections of Print Collection and Huis van het boek.

Distinctions recorded are Merited Artist of Czechoslovakia and Order of Labour (Czechoslovakia).

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Karel Vik”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q12028586: Karel Vik

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