JOSEF SUDEK
Photographer
(1896 - 1976)
A bookbinder by profession. He started to photograph in 1912, studied photography later, and after he finished his studies he was dedicated to portraits, photographs to order and creative worksof art for his lifetime. He was considered one of the greatest photographers of the world already in his time. His extensive works included portraits, still lifes, landscapes and architecture. His works of art have been appraised worldwide for their poetic and romantic nature and purity. Extensive creations include a great number of magic-and-nostalgic cycles. His works of arts heve also been appraised at international auctions.
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