When Vlaho Bukovac, still known as Vlaho Fagioni, set out to fulfill his second labour contract overseas in early 1873, his brother Jozo joined him in this endeavour. In truth, it was Vlaho who was his brother’s attendant. Since it was rumoured in Cavtat that a local woman had received a substantial sum of money […]

Cavtat was the place of origin for many political figures in the latter half of the 19th century. One of the more influential statesmen of that time is the now almost forgotten Luko Zore. During his lifetime, he would become one of the most important theoreticians of the Serb-Catholic Movement in Dubrovnik, and would be […]

In the second half of the 19th century, the entirety of Europe became overwhelmingly interested in textiles. Even earlier than that, the textile industry was accommodating the basic needs of the bourgeoisie for textiles via a faster and cheaper production in large quantities. Hand weaving and knitting remained confined to rural areas and art studios. […]

Unjustifiably neglected in recent Croatian political history, the great Frano Supilo is a tragic figure in Croatian politics. Born into a poor working-class family in Cavtat on 30th November 1870, he showed an interest in books and learning since his early school days. Supilo spent the first ten years of his life in Cavtat and […]

Many figures throughout the history of Konavle, although less well-known today, indebted their fellow residents with their work and perseverance. One such figure was Dr Vlaho Novaković. Born in Čilipi in 1890, he dedicated his entire life to professional development, to the enlightenment of the people, and to culture. After having attended elementary school in […]