Robert Kasimir

Born in 1914, Robert Kasimir began drawing at age 4, taught by his grandfather Alois. He made his first etching at age 5. He graduated from Vienna schools and attended the Technological College before switching to the Academy for Graphic Art, where he studied under Professor Hans Frank, a painter and graphic artist. Robert inherited the talent of his famous parents, Luigi Kasimir and Tanna Kasimir-Hoernes. His technique and subject matter are quite similar to those of his father. He signed his early etchings with the pseudonym “F.O. Robert” until he became established as a successful artist in