Aladar Korosfoi-Kriesch

artist bio

Aladár Körösfői-Kriesch was a Hungarian artist, craftsman, designer and art theorist associated with the Gödöllő artists' colony. He played a significant role in promoting Hungarian Art Nouveau and national romanticism through his decorative works and teachings.

what you'll learn

Studying Körösfői-Kriesch's work allows students to explore the synthesis of decorative arts and fine art within the Art Nouveau movement, and to understand how national identity can be expressed through artistic style. Students can also learn about the influence of symbolism and narrative in visual art.