Latvia - Paintings

Solo I 2021., cardboard, oil, 70x50 cm

Warehouses 1979, paper, watercolor, 99x64 cm Through the use of watercolors on paper, the artist has created a nostalgic and picturesque portrayal of the landscape, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the beauty of the old town's architecture and its rich history. Janis Brekte...

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec painting "La Goulue, together with two women" Moulin Rouge "" copy - Unknown artist, oil on сanvas, 73x60 cm

Ship. 1964. Watercolor on paper 13,5x20,5 cm Dzidra Ezergaile (1926-2013) Born in Riga. School years alternate with summer work in the countryside. In 1947, she began her studies at...

By the bath. watercolor on paper, 48,5x58,5 cm Zeberins Indrikis Born 1882. 30. 08 – 1969. 18. 05 Latvian painter, book illustrator, cartoon illus...

Composition 7777, 2018., 95x100 cm Abstract composition. Nugzar Avtandilovich Kahiani was born in Poti, Georgia in 1952. He studied at the Art College named after Nikoladze. Then he went to serve in the Soviet Army from1970 to 1972. After completing his military service he entered the Stieglitz St. Petersburg State Academy of Art and Industry at the faculty of artistic metal, from which he graduated in 1986. During his studies, he has been actively engaged in painting. His favorite artists are Gauguin, El Greco, Botticelli, Turner and Picasso. Works of artistic stone He worked also with stone, cornelian and onyx. But his soul gravitated to bright and blustery color, and so he has became engaged in painting. At first his paintings were quiet, with muted tonal gamma. The color image was built on the play of hues and halftones. Such a careful elaboration of color educates the taste, sharpness and delicacy of vision. Gradually, the painter became more experienced, and his paintings acquired assurance and power of maturity, blooming in colorful brilliancy. Nugzar's color preferences The color of Nugzar’s paintings is deep and multi-layered. It is woven of infinite number of hues and filled with light. At first sight it may be difficult to recognize the shapes in the play of flickering color dabs. The figures appear gradually, they draw the first breath just before our eyes, crystallizing from the color heap. The painter is attracted by major tonality and motives that years ago could be called “the gallant feasts” - repasts, assiduities, music parties, and airings. After somewhat daemonic, infernal imagery of early paintings, it has appeared the theme of “Le joie de vivre,” the joy of life. Source of inspiration Born in the ancient Kolkhida, he keeps the blissful pagan feel of entirety and completeness of being. It is embodied almost literally in his favorite personage auroral gorgeous-bodied beauty of a girl. He grants these forms even to Olympian inhabitants - Aphrodite, Athene, Arthemide, let alone the Bacchants. I remember unwittingly that Niko Pirosmani similarly painted on his impoverished buckrams the luxurious prince repasts and languid, elephantine beauties. Working style But his style is not bounded by grotesque parody, as well as the irony is not the only aspect of his world outlook. In his landscapes we can catch the ecstatic admiration with Nature. In contradistinction to his favorite impressionists, he never paints from nature and never bears in mind the particular place. It is just a blooming Earth, studied very closely, so that the trees are cut by the edges of the painting, and at the same time it is a bird’s eye view revealing infinite, boundless spaces. Nougzar says that the landscape for him is first of all a color ensemble. He can just leaf through the illustrated journal, nourishing his eye with color in various combinations, and so get the impulse to create a ‘physical’ landscape image. Probably, his landscapes are no less fantastical than his figure compositions, but such is his talent, his mission - to make the world more beautiful and gentle than it is in reality. Exhibitions Nugzar Kakhiani...

The case will remain unsolved. Veneer, acrylic, 50x50 cm Dzemma Skulme worked in oil, acrylic and water-colors. She developed the theme of the caryatid,...

Still life with cherries. 2001, canvas, oil, 50x50.5 cm

Landscape with trees. 1991, canvas, cardboard, oil, 34x49 cm Valdis Bush (1924-2014) studied at the Art academy of Latvia (1945 – 1950), his favorite professors being A. Skride, L....

Guest. 1981, author technique on plywood, 89x54,5 cm Mihailov Vyacheslav Sawich / Михаилов Вячеслав Саввич (1945) EDUCATION Painting Sculpture...

Travel notes 2007. Paper, pastel, 20x27 cm The focal point of the artwork is a colorful cityscape, reflecting the artist's impressions and experiences of a particular place during ...

Tulips on the black background. Cardboard, oil, 50x39 cm Aleksandr Rodin (1922-2001) Painter Born in a family of farmers. Wife Rasma Lace - art schola...

Still Life with Coffee-Beans. 2011. Oil on linen, 45X50 cm

Unknown. Oil on canvas. 42,5x55,8 cm. Georgs Barkans (1925-2010) Textile artist, architect, artist Professional education: University of Latvia, Faculty of Architecture (1945-1952) ...

Circus Paper, mixed media, 27,5x39,5 cm ''Circus'' is a delightful and cheerful composition that celebrates the enchanting world of the circus, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the captivating and joyous experience that only a circus can provide. The artist has skillfully combined various materials and techniques to bring the circus-themed artwork to life. The use of mixed media allows for a dynamic and multi-dimensional visual experience, where different textures and colors blend harmoniously to create an engaging spectacle. Aleksandra Belcova...

Travel notes Paper, pastel, 19x25 cm The focal point of the artwork is a colorful cityscape, reflecting the artist's impressions and experiences of a particular place during their...

Travel notes 2007. Paper, pastel, 19x23 cm The focal point of the artwork is a colorful cityscape, reflecting the artist's impressions and experiences of a particular place during ...

Venus. 2006. Oil on canvas, 66x183 cm Realistic woman act on drapery Normunds Braslinsh (1962) Born 1962 in Riga, Latvia 1980–1986 Latvian Academy of Art, Painting Department 1973–...

Fishermen by the river. Oil on cardboard, 20,6x29,6 cm

Forest Cardboard, oil, 30x30 cm Lidija Auza (1914. 24. 02 Vitebsk, Belarus – 1989. 13. 12 Riga, Latvia) Painter She studied at the Art Academy of Latvia (1936-1938) and gradua...

Sunset 1979. Oil on canvas, 84x110 cm The central focus of the artwork is a red sunset scene. The artist's portrayal captures the vibrant and warm hues of the setting sun, creating...

Gardener. 2018. Oil on canvas, 70x60 cm Colorful bright artwork with gardener Nugzar Avtandilovich Kahiani was born in Poti, Georgia in 1952. He studied at th...

Tulips in vase. Oil on cardboard, 50x40,5 cm Aleksandr Rodin (1922-2001) Painter Born in a family of farmers. Wife Rasma Lace - art scholar. Studied at...

Romantic sunset, 1991, oil on cardboard, 90x83 cm The artwork depicts a serene and romantic scene of a sunset, red landscape evokes feelings of warmth, intensity, or even a dreamy a...

Riga. Tulips 1988, oil on cardboard, 100x80 cm The composition depicts a light-colored cityscape with a prominent element of red tulips placed on a windowsill in the foreground. In...

Arlberg brücke. 1930, оil on cardboard, 30x36,5 cm

City - roses 1988. Oil on cardboard 100x80 cm The composition features a vibrant arrangement of roses positioned on a windowsill, set against a stylized cityscape that represents t...

"I like to observe nature, animals, birds, landscapes. I depict my observations in paintings. Painting helps me to see, feel and understand the world, to be part of the world." -Jānis Ziņgītis...

Still life with apples. 1989. Oil on canvas, 60x73 cm "Still Life with Apples" presents a harmonious and inviting composition that combines the natural beauty of apples with the vib...

The blue trees. Riga. 1974 . Oil on cardboard, 49.7 x 69.7 сm Artwork published in Japanese catalog This depiction of trees shows artist Laimdots Murnieks as a master of nature repr...

The series is dedicated to the artist's home town Riga. Māris Abiļevs (born 23 April 1956 in Kazakhstan) is a Latvian graphic artist and printer, brother of graphic artist Andris Ab...

Boats. Paper/pastel. 9,5x13,5 cm. Georgs Barkans (1925-2010) Textile artist, architect, artist Professional education: University of Latvia, Faculty of Architecture (1945-1952) Art ...

Still life with chicken and mushrooms. Oil on canvas, 50 x 61 cm hunting theme in painting Marc Sterling (1895-1976) Marc Sterling was born in Pryluky, a small town in Ukraine, wher...

During flowering. Cardboard, oil, 23x28 cm

Crete tune. 2010. Oil on linen, 80x90 cm

Fishing boats 1974, oil on canvas, 57x68 cm "Fishing Boats" presents a peaceful and realistic portrayal of a fishing scene at sea. The combination of the fishing men, nets, boats, seagulls, and calm sea creates a narrative of human connection with nature, as the fishermen work in harmony with the elements to sustain their livelihood. The sky is populated with seagulls, adding a touch of movement and life to the scene. The painting invites viewers to appreciate the beauty and simplicity of a traditional fishing lifestyle and the serenity of the maritime environment. Stanislavs Kreics...

Latgale. The river Daugava Oil on board, 40,5x50 cm The River Daugava, one of the largest rivers in Latvia, is the central element of the painting. The artist has used various shades of blue to depict the river, capturing its flowing motion and reflecting the surrounding landscape. The brushstrokes and texture on the board adds depth and movement to the representation of the water. The surrounding landscape of Latgale is portrayed with attention to detail. The artist has depicted the calmness of Latvian countryside, including small living houses and green meadows with bushes and trees lining the riverbanks. Stanislavs Kreics...

At night. Paper, mixed media, 14.5x8 cm watercolor, ink on paper. Adolfs Zardins (1890 08 II Riga, Latvia – 1967 07 II Jurmala, Latvia), painter. Only in 1990 his relatives give his...

"Fantasy with Flowers" (series of 200+ pictures)   paper 59x42cm  On the paper acrylic, oil pastel, felt-tip pen, ink, gold leaf, pencils, silver,mixed media. Flowers are a smile of ...

"Fantasy with Flowers" (series of 200+ pictures)   paper 59x42cm  On the paper acrylic, oil pastel, felt-tip pen, ink, gold leaf, pencils, silver,mixed media. Flowers are a smile of ...

Yellow tango. 2018, oil on canvas, 90x100 cm Abstract composition in red, blue, yellow colors Igor Leontiev (1957) - one of the leading independent pain...

"Fantasy with Flowers" (series of 200+ pictures)   paper 54x40cm  On the paper acrylic, oil pastel, felt-tip pen, ink, gold leaf, pencils, silver,mixed media. Flowers are a smile of ...

Laimdots Murnieks had a significant influence on the development of Latvian painting at the end of the 20th century. His work 'Holiday' conveys the f...

Fight with Inner Demons. 2018, author technique, 100x100cm Agate Apkalne. Born in Riga, 1977 Education: 2005 – MA in arts, Art Academy of Latvia 1998 ...

Flutist and Mandolin Player. 2015. Oil on canvas, 64x70 cm from series Playing Angels

Painting with boat in warm brown colors A. Zviedris was a member of the Latvian Artists’ Union since 1945 and had more than 50 solo exhibitions in Latvia. He travelled extensively by...

Roses. 2015, oil on canvas, 33x41 cm Valery Bayda (1958) Valery Bayda was born in 1958 in Russia. From 1983 to 1989 he studied at the All-Union State Institute of Cinematography at...

Laimdots Murnieks had a significant influence on the development of Latvian painting at the end of the 20th century. His work 'Holiday' conveys the fee...

Cranes are Flying, 2011., oil on canvas, 65x70 cm Nugzar Avtandilovich Kahiani was born in Poti, Georgia in 1952. He studied at the Art College named after Nikoladze. Then he went to serve in the Soviet Army from1970 to 1972. After completing his military service he entered the Stieglitz St. Petersburg State Academy of Art and Industry at the faculty of artistic metal, from which he graduated in 1986. During his studies, he has been actively engaged in painting. His favorite artists are Gauguin, El Greco, Botticelli, Turner and Picasso. Works of artistic stone He worked also with stone, cornelian and onyx. But his soul gravitated to bright and blustery color, and so he has became engaged in painting. At first his paintings were quiet, with muted tonal gamma. The color image was built on the play of hues and halftones. Such a careful elaboration of color educates the taste, sharpness and delicacy of vision. Gradually, the painter became more experienced, and his paintings acquired assurance and power of maturity, blooming in colorful brilliancy. Nugzar's color preferences The color of Nugzar’s paintings is deep and multi-layered. It is woven of infinite number of hues and filled with light. At first sight it may be difficult to recognize the shapes in the play of flickering color dabs. The figures appear gradually, they draw the first breath just before our eyes, crystallizing from the color heap. The painter is attracted by major tonality and motives that years ago could be called “the gallant feasts” - repasts, assiduities, music parties, and airings. After somewhat daemonic, infernal imagery of early paintings, it has appeared the theme of “Le joie de vivre,” the joy of life. Source of inspiration Born in the ancient Kolkhida, he keeps the blissful pagan feel of entirety and completeness of being. It is embodied almost literally in his favorite personage auroral gorgeous-bodied beauty of a girl. He grants these forms even to Olympian inhabitants - Aphrodite, Athene, Arthemide, let alone the Bacchants. I remember unwittingly that Niko Pirosmani similarly painted on his impoverished buckrams the luxurious prince repasts and languid, elephantine beauties. Working style But his style is not bounded by grotesque parody, as well as the irony is not the only aspect of his world outlook. In his landscapes we can catch the ecstatic admiration with Nature. In contradistinction to his favorite impressionists, he never paints from nature and never bears in mind the particular place. It is just a blooming Earth, studied very closely, so that the trees are cut by the edges of the painting, and at the same time it is a bird’s eye view revealing infinite, boundless spaces. Nougzar says that the landscape for him is first of all a color ensemble. He can just leaf through the illustrated journal, nourishing his eye with color in various combinations, and so get the impulse to create a ‘physical’ landscape image. Probably, his landscapes are no less fantastical than his figure compositions, but such is his talent, his mission - to make the world more beautiful and gentle than it is in reality. Exhibitions Nugzar Kakhiani...

River. Paper, watercolor, 35x48 cm Arnolds Pankoks (born 1914.21.IX - 2008.) Graduated Art Academy of Latvia (1937 – 43, 1945 – 47) with diploma work ...

Oto Pladers (1897.8.III – 1970.2.V) Oto Pladers learned in Riga city school of art (1913 – 15). He was called into the army in 1916 and continued studies after the war in Latvia Art ...

Girl with horse. 2004. Oil on canvas, 65x75 cm

Flute tune. 2008. Oil on linen, 80x100 cm

Winter 1961, paper/watercolor, 26.5x35 cm Herberts Mangolds (1901-1978) Graphic, army officer. In 1920 he graduated from the Artillery Cadet School of Latvian and many military courses. In 1933 he graduated from the Arts Academy of Latvia, Graphic workshop under the guidance of R. Zarins. He participated in the exhibition since 1924. He painted mostly military themes. And also painted landscapes and compositions with oriental motives in watercolors technique. He drew sketches for the plates painting to porcelain factory of Kuznetsova and faience factory. One of the first drawer of Latvian journeyman army in 1922. He i san author of Viesturs Order sign...

"I like to observe nature, animals, birds, landscapes. I depict my observations in paintings. Painting helps me to see, feel and understand the world, to be part of the world." -Jānis Ziņgītis...

Sunflowers. 1994, oil on canvas, 54x50 cm Still life with sunflowers Aleksandr Rodin (1922-2001) Painter Born in a family of farmers. Wife Rasma Lace - art scholar. Studied at the ...

Oto Pladers (1897.8.III – 1970.2.V) Oto Pladers learned in Riga city school of art (1913 – 15). He was called into the army in 1916 and continued studies after the war in Latvia Art ...

Shining. 2020. Oil on canvas, 130x130 cm Published in the anniversary catalog "We and works: Jelgava Artists' Society 50" 2022, on page nr. 123. Alyona Prokofyeva (1988) From 2016 ...