About
Painter who incorporated historical and religious themes into his work. His works became the means by which Croatians were able to visualize their heritage.
Before Fame
He studied at the Vienna Academy of Painting, where he became known for his spats with teachers. He trained under Christian Griepenkerl, Josef Matyáš Trenkwald, and August Eisenmenger.
Trivia
He taught at the Zagreb Academy of Fine Arts.
Family Life
His family was unable to afford to send him to the Art Academy early on, so he was first tutored by Ferdo Quiquerez. He spent the last year of his life in his hometown and in the company of his brother Cyril.
Associated With
He and Ivan Rein were fellow Croatian painters.
