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vaclav vytlacil

1890 – 1984

vaclav vytlacil
Modern
Modern

vaclav vytlacil

Born 1890 Died 1984 Works span 1924–1952

Vaclav Vytlacil: Pioneer of Hofmann’s Vision in American Abstraction Vaclav Vytlacil (November 1, 1892 – January 5, 1984) stands as a pivotal figure in the trajectory of American modernist painting and crucially, as one of Hans Hofmann's most ardent disciples. Born in New York City amidst the burgeoning artistic fervor of the early 20th century, Vytlacil’s formative years instilled within him an unwavering dedication to exploring new…

20
dated works
7
chapters
1924
first work
1952
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

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Chapters — Career Periods

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Thumbnails — Dated Works

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Colour Band — Movement Drift

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