The magnificent works from the splendid Bukovac’s collection, such as Croatian Revival, Gundulić’s Dream, or Dubravka, leave no one indifferent. On the contrary, the interplay of characters and richness of colors awaken something more than just a visual experience within us. The refinement of the figures, the dynamism of the composition, the richness of details, … Read more
Bela, whose real name is Adalbert, was born in Osijek on January 27, 1864, as the second son of Peter Čikoš and Justina, nee Modesti. His father was a military commander, a knight of Sesije, who earned that title for his military merits. The Čikoš family moved frequently, as demanded by his father’s profession; Osijek, … Read more
Who hasn’t heard of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza? Spotting a young man reading a book while slapping his forehead and laughing, Spanish King Philip III said in the 17th century, “This guy is either crazy or reading Don Quixote.” A courtier went to ask the young man about the book and hurriedly informed the … Read more
