Jozef Kostka: Sculptor of Slovak Modernism Jozef Kostka (1912 – 1996) stands as a pivotal figure in Slovak art history, recognized primarily for establishing Slovak modern sculpture and forging an indelible connection with Auguste Rodin’s artistic vision. Born in Štúrová, Slovakia, Kostka embarked on his creative journey during a period of significant cultural transformation within Czechoslovakia—a nation grappling with the legacy of…