Abstract
Josef Váchal (1884-1969) was an artist who devoted his talents to a wide range of activities and whose work has yet to be fully appreciated. He drew, he painted, he carved sculptures and furniture, he etched, he created his own typeface, he bound books and he wrote them.
However he saw himself primarily as a creator of woodprints, which he collated in the many original publications and books he produced. Váchal was an artist of the book.
He loved books and began reading, collecting, annotating and cataloguing them at a young age. The books he created reflect his artistic versatility and his tendency to mix life and art, resulting in a work of art with a comprehensive concept.