František Ženíšek
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František Ženíšek was a Czech painter
known best for his famous decorations of the Prague National Theatre foyer
along with Mikoláš Aleš
. In addition he painted the ceiling of the auditorium
inside the theatre. He also contributed to the redecoration of the Prague National Museum.
Painting
Painting is the practice of applying paint, pigment, color or other medium to a surface . The application of the medium is commonly applied to the base with a brush but other objects can be used. In art, the term painting describes both the act and the result of the action. However, painting is...
known best for his famous decorations of the Prague National Theatre foyer
Foyer
A foyer or lobby is a large, vast room or complex of rooms adjacent to the auditorium...
along with Mikoláš Aleš
Mikoláš Aleš
Mikoláš Aleš , was a Czech painter.-Biography:Aleš was born in Mirotice near Písek, into a relatively rich family that was in debt at the time. He was taught history by his brother František until the latter's death in 1865; he expressed interest in painting at an early age...
. In addition he painted the ceiling of the auditorium
Auditorium
An auditorium is a room built to enable an audience to hear and watch performances at venues such as theatres. For movie theaters, the number of auditoriums is expressed as the number of screens.- Etymology :...
inside the theatre. He also contributed to the redecoration of the Prague National Museum.