Petras Ivanauskas: Sculptor of Faith and Bohemian Spirit Petras Ivanauskas (1882-1949) stands as a singular figure in Czech sculpture, embodying both profound religious devotion and the artistic vibrancy characteristic of Bohemia at the turn of the century. Born in Nepomuk, Bohemia – now part of the Czech Republic – Ivanauskas’s life was inextricably linked to the spiritual landscape of his homeland, shaping him into a sculptor whose works continue to resonate with contemplation and beauty. His formative years were steeped in Catholic faith; he entered the priesthood at St Vitus Cathedral i…