People

Key Facts • Born in 1946 in Krakow, died in 2015 in his beloved city • Academic career: Graduated from Jagiellonian University (1969), earned doctorate (1972), habilitation (1979), and docent status (1980) • Primary affiliation: History Institute of Pedagogical University in Krakow (from 1973) • Specialization: Art history, Baroque Krakow

Key Facts • Father of Joseph Conrad – one of the greatest English-language novelists • Born 1820 in Honoratka, Podolia – died 1869 in Krakow • Multi-talented writer – poet, playwright, translator, and political activist • Political prisoner – sentenced to exile for participating in anti-Russian activities • Five years

Key Facts Artistic dynasty spanning over two centuries in Krakow Origin: Migrated from Podlasie region to Krakow in the 18th century Specializations: Primarily painters and sculptors Notable members: Five documented artists across multiple generations Legacy: Significant contribution to Krakow's cultural and artistic heritage Integration: Became integral part of Krakow's artistic

Key Facts Born in 1945, granddaughter of renowned artist Tadeusz Korpal Dual expertise as a painter and conservator Studied Mediterranean archaeology at Jagiellonian University (1963-1968) Specialized in painting conservation at the Academy of Fine Arts in Krakow (1968-1972) Advanced studies at Università per Stranieri di Siena, Italy (1975-1976) Professor of

Key Facts Born in 1889 into an artistic family; son of Michał Stefan Korpal and younger brother of painter Aleksander Korpal Studied at the prestigious Academy of Fine Arts in Krakow while simultaneously teaching drawing Served in the Polish Legions during World War I in the press and graphic section

Key Facts • Born in 1881 in Kraków to renowned artist Michał Stefan Korpal • Multi-disciplinary artist specializing in painting, sculpture, and medallion work • Educated at prestigious institutions including the Academy of Fine Arts in Kraków, with advanced studies in Vienna and Prague • Dedicated educator who taught drawing

Key Facts Polish sculptor born in 1854, died in 1915 Son of renowned sculptor Michał Adam Korpal Studied under the Stehlik brothers and at the Academy of Fine Arts in Krakow Collaborated with Professor Leonard Marconi on major architectural projects in Lviv Created numerous public monuments including the Tadeusz Kościuszko

Key Facts Poland's most famous artistic dynasty spanning over 150 years of cultural influence Eight generations of talented painters, writers, and poets from Krakow Juliusz Kossak founded the dynasty as a renowned battle painter in the 19th century Wojciech Kossak became one of Poland's most celebrated painters, famous for historical

Key Facts • Award-winning Polish writer and publicist (1890-1968) from the renowned Kossak artistic family • Co-organizer of Żegota – the Council to Aid Jews during Nazi occupation • Righteous Among the Nations – recognized by Yad Vashem (posthumously, 1982) for extraordinary efforts in saving Jewish lives • Auschwitz survivor

Key Facts • Born in Kraków in 1894 as the daughter of renowned painter Wojciech Kossak • Sister of celebrated poetess Maria Jasnorzewska-Pawlikowska• Used the provocative pseudonym "Samozwaniec" (meaning "usurper") to challenge literary conventions • Pioneering satirist who masterfully blended social commentary with humor across novels, comedies, and children's literature