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Bohemian Fashion at Karlovy Vary Circa 1950s

These are rare photographs from the estate and family of Vilem Heckel. The images are from a fashion show at Karlovy Vary in Bohemia sometime during the early to mid-1950s. Please make sure to read this wonderful photographer’s bio at the end of this post. Now… on to the gorgeous fashions! Note: We claim absolutely...

Fashion, NOSTALGIA, Photography, Retro Chic

October 22, 2015

David Cerny – Giant Bronze Babies

In Prague there is art wherever you go. You can stop by any grocery store and find sculptures. Walk down any street and you are most likely to see a band preforming traditional Czech music on accordions, basses, and saxophones. But there are only two places you can see the sculptures we are talking about...

Art and Design, Bohemians, CULTURE

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October 21, 2015

Light and Shadow by Jaromír Funke

Jaromír Funke was a Photographer Born in Skuteč, Czech Republic. During the 1920s, he was recognized for his unique work and became a leading figure in Czech photography. His photographs were unconventional and expressive. He would photograph inanimate objects such as bottles, glass, and plates, using the contrast of light and shadow to create original still...

CULTURE, Photography

October 17, 2015

What’s Inspiring Me – Volume 5

Another week means more things that are inspiring me. I recently went to the movie theatre to see Mission Impossible Rogue Nation and it was amazing. It seems that the more movies they make, the better they get! What I really loved about Rogue Nation was that Tom Cruise did all of his own stunts...

Art and Design, CULTURE

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October 17, 2015

The Art of Antonin Prochazka

Antonin Prochazka was born on June 5, 1882 at Vážany u Vyškova and died on June 9, 1945 in Brno. He was a Czech painter, graphic artist and illustrator. His work early on was expressionist, as the other members of The Eight influenced him, mostly Edvard Munch. Then, he gradually moved towards cubism. After 1925, he left cubism...

Art and Design, Bohemians, CULTURE

October 15, 2015

The Beauty of Flowers by Kari Herer

Kari Herer is a photographer from Yarmouth, Maine. She sells fine art prints inspired by the natural beauty of flowers. Her work has been featured in China’s Techmag Magazine and on the cover of the book Bitter in The Mouth by Monique Truong. Her prints capture the beauty of nature, combining original sketches of flowers, animals, and insects with...

Art and Design, CULTURE

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October 11, 2015

Building the Town Street Fair for Ladislav Sutnar

Last week I posted Building the Town with Ladislav Sutnar and later I discovered that his home town of Plzen, Czech Republic actually recreated the toys in larger size and arranged them for a street fair to re-introduce Czechs to this amazing designer. Pretty cool idea, right? The popular set of building blocks entitled “Build a...

Art and Design, CULTURE

October 10, 2015

What’s Inspiring Me – Volume 4

Foggy Prague, red roses, and tasty breakfasts have been inspiring me this week. During the week I have been thinking a lot about traveling and the places I would like to go, and I have discovered that there are too many to name. I have also been into listening to jazz. My favorite artist at...

Art and Design, CULTURE

October 6, 2015

Alphonse Mucha Canvas Prints

Famous for his luxurious Art Nouveau posters and dreamy, romantic style, Czech artist Alphonse Mucha created a collection of unforgettable illustrations throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This slim panel depicting a demure young woman surrounded by primroses adds ethereal allure to any room. “La Primavere” by Alphonse Mucha This next one is...

Art and Design, CULTURE

October 5, 2015

Homage to Catalonia by George Orwell

Homage to Catalonia is an account of the Spanish Civil War written by George Orwell. It follows his experiences fighting with the Party of Marxist Unity (POUM) Militia in Spain from the years 1936 to 1937. Written several months after George Orwell left Spain, Homage to Catalonia is a great account of the Spanish Civil War. Lionel...

Books, CULTURE

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October 4, 2015

Building the Town with Ladislav Sutnar

The colors were primary – painted red, yellow and blue. The shapes were simple, geometric bodies – cylinders, blocks and pyramids. The style could be called Modernism, the Constructivists, Bauhaus, Avantgarde… this was a time of new things, completely different from what we’ve seen before. Today’s he is recognized as the pioneer of information design and...

Art and Design, CULTURE

October 3, 2015

Coffee Time by Egor N

Coffee Time is a collection of anti-gravity photos taken by professional photographer Egor N. The gravity-defying photographs, taken using a high speed camera, capture the splashes and swirls of milk, sugar cubes, and cream. Set against a dark backdrop, the fragile teacups and ribbons of milk appear crisp and dramatic. This collection of photos captures the...

CULTURE, Photography

October 3, 2015

What’s Inspiring Me – Volume 3

This week I have been inspired by the latest events and hottest trends. Even though I am not really one for sports, I loved watching the soccer match when Paris Saint-Germain took on Olympique de Marseille. Besides news on Paris’s latest soccer match, Cindy Crawford’s new book Becoming is now in stores! Watching all of her interviews and reading...

Art and Design, CULTURE

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October 2, 2015

What Ikea May Have Looked Like In 1954

When we think of shopping, especially when we are thinking of furnishing a dorm room or our first apartment, stereotypes (and advertising execs) have taught us to think of walking through the maze at super-sized Ikea. But today, I stumbled upon some images of over 60 years ago that show Scandinavian (or Nordic) style and design...

Art and Design, CULTURE

September 26, 2015

What’s Inspiring Me – Volume 2

Lately I have been loving old black and white photos. Right now I have been loving French films, fancy cars, and freakishly attractive men. Here are a few of my favorite photos that are inspiring me this week. If you have not already subscribed to get TresBohemes.com delivered to your inbox, please use the form below...

Art and Design, CULTURE

September 21, 2015

Florals by Bobbie Burgers

Bobbie Burgers is a painter from Vancouver, Canada. She received a B.A. in Art History from the University of Victoria and has studied in Aix-en-Provence, France. Her paintings capture the vivid colors and textures of fresh blossoms; the soft white petals, the hint of green leaves, the deep grey of a shadow. Her vivid portraits...

Art and Design, CULTURE

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