Jiří Trnka Series
February 24, 1912 – December 30, 1969
Jiří Trnka was a visionary artist whose talents spanned puppetry, illustration, and animated filmmaking. He became renowned for his puppet films, often adapting literary works for adult audiences. His mastery in animation earned him the moniker "the Walt Disney of Eastern Europe," despite the distinctiveness of his own artistic vision. Trnka's work, particularly his significant contributions to children's literature, left an indelible mark on the artistic world.





