Latvia

In this vibrant fusion of acrylics and oils, I sought to capture the essence of nature's raw beauty and the serenity of creatures in their habitat. My brushstrokes blend impressionis...

"A seagull named Jonathan" is a linocut print artwork created in 1973. The artwork is made on paper and measures 32x30 cm. Linocut is a printmaking technique in which the image is ca...

Still life 13/100. Paper, linocut, 5/100, 22x25 cm 1967 Olgerts Abelite (1909-1972) The subject matter of this linocut is a still life composition featuring a fish on a plate. Sti...

In crafting this piece, I wielded acrylic and oil to capture an evocative dance of color and light. The blend of impressionist and expressionist styles breathes life into the serene ...

The sea the sea the evening the warm air the contemplation. the old boat. the boats are near. They are resting. gaining strength. the sea the light breeze. Sea Sea and sky. The sk...

In front of the mirror 19/100. Paper, linocut, 49,5x31,5 cm. 1970. Arturs Mucenieks (1912-1984) Graphic artist, painter. Born in the family of the tenant. Zenta Muсenieсe wife - painter, daughter Ilse Muceniece - painter. In 1949 he graduated from the AAL department of Painting; Diploma work "Sportsman holiday " (head O. Skulme). He worked as a teacher and head of the teaching department at the J. Rosenthal Riga Art School (1950-56), editorial managers of landscape, poster and cards at publishing house "Liesma" (1966-68). He participated in exhibitions since 1948. Significant personal and memorabilia exhibition: in Riga (1969-70, 1971, 1975, 76, 78-79, 80, 85), Ogre (1978-79, 1989). Member of the Artists` Union of Latvia since 1959. In easel graphic he carried away with monumentalism, poetically rich and naturally true person depiction, which realized in dynamic linocuts cycles ( "Latvian farm Anturage", 1961; "We want peace", 1962; "Spring Song", 1967). Concept of monumantalizing image developed in book graphics, primarily in the illustration to the prose (P. Bauģe "People near the water" 1961, R. Ezeras "Wild apple tree" 1966, and "Water well", 1972, A. Auziņa "Griezies, vilciņ", 1973) and poster art (" Riga - 750! ", 1951; the cycle" Latvian Riflemen", 1959; triptych "Slava" 1967 "on March 8", 1968...

In this vibrant fusion of acrylic and oil, I've embraced the interplay of abstract, expressionist, and impressionist techniques to capture a moment of serene dynamism. The brushstrok...

In this fusion of acrylic and oil, I've unleashed a symphony of colors, capturing the vibrant essence of a sea harbor at dusk. The swirling expressionist strokes and delicate impress...

In this painting, I've melded acrylics and oils to create a passionate symphony of colors, where the rain-drenched streets spring to life. Blending expressionism with touches of impr...

In my creation, I've poured my soul into capturing the tranquil essence of the sea meeting the sky's embrace. The dance of acrylic under impressionist strokes tells a tale of serene...

Vases with wires - set of two 2009, porcelain, wire, h 19,5 cm, h 43 cm These vases are hand-painted with a light-colored base and adorned with pink dots. The use of light hues cre...

Sail Parade In this vibrant fusion of acrylic and oil, I've embraced the impressionist ethos to evoke the dynamism of a regatta. The canvas pulses with life; vivacious hues leap forth, mimicking the restless sea and sails that dance with the wind. This piece encapsulates the joy of movement, a symphony of color that promises to flood any space with the exhilarating spirit of freedom...

Sunny landscape. Bilateral. 1985. Oil on cardboard, 46x60 cm Edgars Vinters (1919-2014) Edgars Vinters is working in oil, watercolor and monotype techniques. He paints landscapes in...

Drop. Small abstract sculpture from porcelain, h 16 cm Elina Titane represents the younger generation of modern ceramic art in Latvia. Emoti...

3 Brothers 2005., a/e, linocut, paper, 23x12 cm. The linocut technique involves carving a design into a block of linoleum and then transferring ink onto p...

Wall 1968, paper, linocut, 20.5x28 cm The linocut print depicts a boy standing in what appears to be a dark or shadowy environment. The artist uses the linocut technique to create ...

Autumn road. Paper, pastel, 25x33 cm "Autumn Road" is a pastel drawing that portrays the beauty of an autumn landscape. Through the use of pastels, the artist captures the vibrancy ...

Plates with the motive of Holland Porcelain, diam. 31 cm Plates with the motif of Holland, made of porcelain and with a diameter of 31 cm, come in a set of three. Each plate features a hand-painted vase design that adds a touch of elegance and uniqueness to the collection. The hand-painted vases on each plate can showcase different styles and patterns, highlighting the artistic skill and attention to detail of the painter. The vases are inspired by traditional Dutch pottery...

I've woven my dreams onto this canvas, blending acrylic, oil, and pastel to express the yearning for exploration. My strokes dance between expressionism and impressionism, evoking th...

In my creation, I've captured the wild essence of freedom and the dynamic energy of life. Through vigorous strokes of acrylic and oil, I've melded expressionism with impressionism, g...

In this painting, I've poured my soul into capturing the essence of a fleeting, tender moment amidst a vibrant city's rain. The rhythmic dance of colors blends impressionistic lightn...

Light relief. Hug Litofany, bone porcelain, diam. 31 cm Lithophane is a technique where an image is created by manipulating the varying degrees of translucency in porcelain. This c...

To reach. Flamenco dancer. 2006. 3/10. Paper, lithography, 72x54.5 cm Dancing woman figure

Solo II Uldis Krauze (1958) 2005., Cardboard, author's technique, 64x45 cm

In this oil painting, I've captured a whimsical snowman, the embodiment of winter joy. The expressive strokes and vibrant palette evoke the crisp, enlivening air of a snowy forest. T...

In this oil painting, I've captured the warmth of family ties against the chill of a winter's day. Through impressionistic strokes and an expressionistic palette, I aimed to evoke th...

In this oil painting, I channeled expressionistic energy to capture a guardian of the urban expanse. Her elongated form, draped in ethereal fabric, glides over the cityscape, showeri...

In this emotive piece, I captured the fleeting essence of winter's magic, contrasted with enduring elements of nature. The cold is palpable, yet there's warmth in the play of light. ...

In this oil painting, I've captured a whimsical winter moment filled with joy and serenity. The snowman, graced with a cheerful smile, stands as a symbol of the simple pleasures and ...

I poured my soul into this canvas, channeling the serene stillness and gentle crispness of a January day. With oils, I melded impressionism and expressionism, capturing the dance bet...

In this oil painting, I've delved into the tender connection between nature and childhood. The way the child and the majestic animal share a moment of silent conversation amidst the ...

In this piece, I've poured my soul into capturing the raw, serene beauty of nature's embrace during the winter. I've blended expressionism with touches of realism to evoke the stilln...

In this canvas, I've poured my soul into capturing the raw, chilling beauty of a serene coastal scene wrapped in the silence of winter. My brushstrokes dance between expressionism an...

In the embrace of winter's chill, I crafted this oil painting, where vibrant touches of expressionism meet the tender narrative of impressionism. A child's innocent connection with a...

In this oil painting, I've poured my soul into capturing the serene connection between the whimsy of winter and the joyous spirit of nature. With each stroke, I evoke the frolicsome ...

In this piece, I've poured my love for the whimsical dance of winter. Using expressive brushwork, I've materialized two joyful figures against a tapestry of icy blues and frosty whit...

Autumn flowers. 1974, paper, pastel, 25x37 cm "Autumn Flowers" is a pastel artwork by Eduards Metuzals that celebrates the beauty of autumn through a vibrant depiction of flowers. T...

Russian epic. 2/10 1966, paper, linocut, 23.5x35 cm The linocut print depicts a scene from Russian folklore and history, capturing the essence of a ...

Autumn day. 1979, cardboard, oil, 50x70 cm Colorful landscape with trees in blue, pink, yellow, red colors Valdis Bush (1924-2014) studied at the Art acad...

Brainstorming. 6/450, poster, K. Hayes Fine Arts 1998, 69x49 cm Juris Dimiters (1947) Education: 1958-1965 Janis Rozentals Art High School of Riga 1965-1973 Art Academy of Latvia, Painting Department, specialism in scenography. Solo shows: 1981- Baiba & Leo Benias Gallery, West Berlin (as part of the Skulme family exhibition) 1984- Museum of Foreign Art , Riga; Cēsis Exhibition Hall; 1986- Firebird Gallery, Alexandra; International Images, Pittsburgh, USA. 1987- Exhibition Hall, Jurmala. 1987- Exhibition Hall, Stockholm, Sweden (as part of the Skulme family exhibition) 1989- Delta Art Gallery, Nijmegen (The Netherlands). 1992- Maya Polsky Gallery, Chicago, USA. 2000- State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow and State Museum of Art , Riga. 2004- Riga Museum of History and Navigation. 2007- Imagine Gallery, Riga. 2007- Art gallery Laipa, Valmiera. 2007- Moscow house, Riga. 2009- Zurab Tsereteli Gallery, Moscow. 2009- Riga Museum of History and Navigation. 2012- Paintings about Love at Happy Art Museum, Gallery Riga. Awards: 1981- 2nd Prize, International Poster Biennial, Lahti, Finland. 1982- Faber Castell, International Triennial of Drawings by Young Artists, Nurnberg, Germany. 1982 - 1st Prize, Fort Collins, Colorado, USA. 1983- 3rd Prize, International Poster Biennial, Lahti, Finland. 1983- 1st Prize, Colorado International Poster Exhibition, USA. 1985- 1st Prize, Stage Design Triennial of the Baltic Republics. 1987- Certificate of Honor, honorary diploma Artists Society International Art Achievement Awards Exhibition San Francisco, Ca, USA. 1987- Honorable Mention, Artist Liaison Competition, Santa Monica, Ca, USA. 1988- 1st Prize, Social Poster Section at the exhibition Best Poster in Riga. 1989- Certificate of Honour, International Poster Biennial, Lahti, Finland. 1989- Meritorious Artist of the Latvian SSR. Museums and Collections: Art Collection of the nascent Latvian Museum of Contemporary Art, Riga, Latvia. Museum of the Artists’ Union of Latvia, Riga, Latvia. State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia. Museum Ludwig, Cologne, Germany. Cremona Fund, Maryland, USA. New Orleans Museum of Art, USA Norton and Nancy Dodge Collection, Zimmerli Art Museum, New Brunswick, USA Private collections in Latvia, USA, Russia, Germany, Sweden. Literature: J. Dimitrers, J. Borgs“Juris Dimiters. Plakāti” – R.: Iespiests Jelgavas tipogrāfijā, Rīga, 2014. Juris Dimiters is among the most intellectual and witty artists of his generation. The characters of his works – paintings and posters – mostly are anthropomorphized fruits and objects. Placed within games of mutual interrelationships, they have become actors in the theatre directed by the artist. Over time the personages of the still-life have constantly transformed and migrated both among groups of work and media, embodying new roles in each of them. Nevertheless, they have always actively commented on one of three subjects – power, society and the everyday. J. Dimiters’ paintings and posters strike...

By using mixed media and expressive sketching techniques the artist Maris Abilevs manages to convey the atmosphere of intimacy, eroticism and arousal

Still life with flowers and a basket. 2021. Canvas, oil, 76x61 cm Artwork in baroque style and technique. Flowers on black background Arturs Amatnieks...

Daugava 2005, a/e paper, linocut, 14x10 cm "Daugava" depicts the Daugava River, which is a significant river in Latvia. The linocut technique allows the artist to capture the essenc...

Carnival. 1984. Paper, linocut, 20x34 cm imprint size 10x25 cm total page size 20x34cm Dainis Rozkalns (1928 - 2018) Artist, graphic artist, illustrator of folklore and fiction pub...

Konigsberg shout. 2006, oil on canvas, 74x85 cm

Vase with silver glaze 2017. Stone mass, 19x23,5x15,5 cm

Jazz. Oil on canvas. 73x100 cm Man with saxophone The artist Vadim Kovalev was born in 1968 in the capital of Latvia, Riga, where he is also presently ...

Flowers. 1995, cardboard, oil, 50x38 cm Still life with orange flowers Laimdots Murnieks (1922-2011) studied at Cesis and Jelgava teachers’ institutes (1938 – ...

Lonely dreamers 1992. Paper, etching, watercolor, 22x14 cm. Roman Lapp (1961. 24. VII Moscow) – painter Artist learned drawing to M. Zuhovickis. He graduated Art Academy of Latvia,...

Sunset in Paris. 2006, oil on cardboard, 33x45,8 cm Paris evening cityscape. View on the bridge. Colorful painting with yellow-pink sun, dominant color blue-lilac

Arise. Stone mass, porcelain, h 57 cm; W 21 cm; D 25 cm White abstract sculpture from stone mass

Still life with flowers. Oil on cardboard, 50x40 cm Aleksandr Rodin (1922-2001) Painter Born in a family of farmers. Wife Rasma Lace - art scholar. Studied at the Stalingrad School ...

Winter landscape. 1962. Watercolor on paper, 28x37,5 cm Dzidra Ezergaile (1926-2013) Born in Riga. School years alternate with summer work in the countryside. In 1947, she began he...

Ice breaker 1969, paper/watercolor, 14x18 cm Herberts Mangolds (1901-1978) Graphic, army officer. In 1920 he graduated from the Artillery Cadet School of Latvian and many military ...

Landscape 1961, paper/watercolor, 20x23.5 cm Herberts Mangolds (1901-1978) Graphic, army officer. In 1920 he graduated from the Artillery Cadet School of Latvian and many military ...

Path on the edge of the forest. Cardboard, oil. 22x28 cm Olģerts Saldavs (1907.29.VII – 1960.1.IV) - Painter, art scholar. Studied in the studio of U. Skulme, later of K. Miesnieks...

Overflight over the city. 1947, paper, mixed media, 23x20 cm Adolfs Zardins (1890 08 II Riga, Latvia – 1967 07 II Jurmala, Latvia), painter. Only in 1990 his relatives give his arti...

New York. Canvas, oil, 70x97 cm Rolands Krishjans (1966) In 1984 I finished J. Rozenthals art school in Riga. In 1993 I graduated from Latvian Art Academy with degree in monumenta...

Tattoo me 3 2002., Cardboard, mixed media, 153x117 cm Juris Utāns (1959-2022) was a Latvian painter. Worked in the field of critical realism, socially a...

After sunset. 2002, oil on canvas and cardboard, 50x70 cm Bright, colorful landscape with the river Valdis Bush (1924-2014) studied at the Art academy of Latvia (1945 – 1950), his ...