Niobe by Karoly Patko – Artwork Record

Niobe: catalogue record

Title: Niobe
Artist: Karoly Patko (1895–1941)
Artist born in: Budapest, Hungary

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"Niobe" by Karoly Patko is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. Copyright duration runs from the artist's death, which occurred in 1941.

Karoly Patko: biography

1895–1941, Hungary

Karoly Patko

Karoly Patko: A Soulful Visionary of Hungarian Realism Karoly Patko (1895-1941), a pivotal figure in early 20th-century Hungarian art, remains an artist whose evocative landscapes and poignant portraits continue to resonate with viewers today. Born in Budapest, Hungary, his artistic journey was shaped by a confluence of influences – from the burgeoning realism of Károly Ferenczy to the stylistic experimentation of the era, culminating in a deeply personal and emotionally charged visual language. Patko’s work offers a compelling glimpse into rural Hungarian life, imbued with a melancholic beauty and a profound understanding of human experience. Early Life and Artistic Training Patko's formal artistic training began at the art teacher training department of the Hungarian Academy of Fine Arts, where he studied under István Réti.

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