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Janis BrekteOld Riga motif. 1972. Paper, watercolor, 50x41 cm1972
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Old Riga motif
1972. Paper, watercolor, 50x41 cm
The central focus of the artwork is on an old town, a historic district known for its antiquated architecture, cobbled streets, and a sense of bygone eras. The combination of watercolor and acrylic on paper offers a diverse and dynamic visual experience. Watercolors can create soft and atmospheric effects, while acrylics provide vibrancy and texture, making the artwork expressive and visually engaging.
Janis Brekte (1920.15.VIII – 1985.27.XII)
Janis Brekte his first artistic education got in drawing courses of K. Brencens (1936 – 39).
He studied in Latvia Art academy (1940 – 48) and his pedagogues were L. Svemps, K. Miesnieks and N. Breikss.
Artist took part in exhibitions since 1943.
Most important personal exhibitions were organized in Riga (1977, 1980), Jelgava (1981).
Memorial exhibitions – in Cesis (1986) and Riga (1991, 1992).
J. Brekte was a member of Artists Union (since 1950).
In 1981 he got a title of rich of merits employee of art in Latvia Republic of Soviet Union.
Artist was one of the most popular and prolific aquarelle master of his time.
- Creator:Janis Brekte (1920 - 1985, Latvian)
- Creation Year:1972
- Dimensions:Height: 19.69 in (50 cm)Width: 16.15 in (41 cm)Depth: 0.04 in (1 mm)
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- Gallery Location:Riga, LV
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1437214445302
Janis Brekte (1920.15.VIII – 1985.27.XII) Janis Brekte his first artistic education got in drawing courses of K. Brencens (1936 – 39). He studied in Latvia Art academy (1940 – 48) and his pedagogues were L. Svemps, K. Miesnieks and N. Breikss. Artist took part in exhibitions since 1943. Most important personal exhibitions were organized in Riga (1977, 1980), Jelgava (1981).
Memorial exhibitions – in Cesis (1986) and Riga (1991, 1992). J. Brekte was a member of Artists Union (since 1950). In 1981 he got a title of rich of merits employee of art in Latvia Republic of Soviet Union. Artist was one of the most popular and prolific aquarelle master of his time.
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