A Life Carved in Wood: The Story of Josef Kals The name Josef Kals, often known as Sepp Kals, resonates within the artistic traditions of Tirol, Austria, though perhaps not as widely celebrated as some of his contemporaries. Born on October 28th, 1911, in the picturesque village of Kirchberg am Uder, his life was deeply interwoven with the landscape and spiritual heritage of his homeland. Kals wasn’t merely a sculptor; he was a conduit for the enduring power of wood, transforming it into figures that spoke of faith, memory, and the human condition. His journey began amidst a Tirol steeped in…