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Štefan Papčo, Statue of Imrich Karvaš – public work for the National Bank of Slovakia

In June 2025, the National Bank of Slovakia commissioned a monumental sculpture by Slovak artist Štefan Papčo. This statue of Imrich Karvaš (1903-1981) is a tribute to Slovakia’s first national economist, lawyer and university professor.

“I decided to use the ancient technique of splitting the stone with drill holes and wedges. This technique reveals the stone in its most natural form, its beauty and purity – all equivalents of Imrich Karvas’ personal qualities.” Štefan Papčo

Photo: Štefan Papčo, Statue of Imrich Karvaš, 2025. Photos © National Bank of Slovakia