Olga Fialka facts for kids
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Olga Fialka
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Portrait of the Artist's Wife 1892 by Károly Ferenczy
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| Born | 19 April 1848 Theresienstadt, Austria-Hungary (now Czech Republic]
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| Died | 17 December 1930 (aged 82) Baia Mare, Romania
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| Nationality | Austria-Hungarian |
| Known for | Painting |
| Spouse(s) | Károly Ferenczy |
Olga Fialka (1848-1930) was an artist from Austria-Hungary. She was also the mother of a famous family of artists. Her children became well-known painters, sculptors, and textile artists.
About Olga Fialka
Early Life and Art Studies
Olga Fialka was born on April 19, 1848. Her birthplace was Theresienstadt, which is now in the Czech Republic. She was very interested in art from a young age. Olga decided to study painting.
She first learned from a famous painter named Jan Matejko. This was in the city of Kraków. Later, she continued her art education in Vienna. There, she studied under another artist named August Eisenmenger. Olga created many beautiful paintings. She also drew pictures for books.
Family Life and Legacy
Around 1884, Olga Fialka married Károly Ferenczy. He was also a talented artist. Together, they had three children. After her marriage, Olga focused more on raising her family. She put her art career aside to support her children.
Their first child was Valér Ferenczy (1885-1954). He grew up to become a painter and a printmaker. In 1890, Olga and Károly had twins. Béni Ferenczy (1890–1967) became a sculptor. His twin sister, Noémi Ferenczy (1890-1957), became a textile artist. The Ferenczy family became very famous in the art world.
Olga Fialka passed away on December 17, 1930. She died in Baia Mare, Romania.
Gallery
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Portrait of Béni Ferenczy
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Studies in primitive looms 1918
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See also
In Spanish: Olga Fialka para niños
