Vjekoslav Karas

About

Painter who became known for his portraits and whose work often incorporated religious themes.

Before Fame

He studied art in Italy during his early adulthood.

Trivia

He taught at the Institute of Fine Arts in Zagreb.

Family Life

He was born in Karlovac, Croatia. He eventually returned to his hometown, where he tragically committed suicide by drowning himself in the Korana river.

Associated With

He and fellow painter Ivan Rein were both natives of Croatia.