Martin Benka

Painting, Visual Artist

1888 – 1971

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Who was Martin Benka?

Martin Benka was a Slovak painter and illustrator. He is regarded as the founder of Modernist 20th century Slovak painting. He was given the title National Artist. He is buried in the National Cemetery in Martin.

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Born
Sep 21, 1888
Slovakia
Also known as
  • Бенка, Мартин
Died
Jun 28, 1971
Malacky
Resting place
National Cemetery in Martin

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on July 23, 2013

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