Painter and sinologist Jiří Straka uses elements of classical calligraphy, but often depicts purely European themes (recently he has concentrated his work on the themes of vanity and death), or ironises techniques of brush painting. In his work, he blends the cultural traditions of the Far East and Europe.

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