Early Life and Academic Training František Kupka was born on 23 September 1871 in Opočno, eastern Bohemia, within the borders of Austria-Hungary. His early years were shaped by the landscape of this region, a setting that preceded his move toward more complex, non-representational forms. Between 1889 and 1892, he spent his time at the Academy of Fine Arts in Prague. During these years of study, his brush focused on historical and patriotic themes, working through the technical requirements of academic training while exploring the narratives of his homeland. His education continued when he en…