Jaan Paris (1927 – 2007).

This exquisite Oil on Cardboard painting by Jaan Paris depicts the beautiful cityscape of Tallinn, showcasing the historic Commandant’s House and the famous Kik in de Kök tower. Painted in 1958, the piece measures 27 х 32.5 cm and is signed by the artist in the lower right corner. Jaan Paris, who graduated from the Academy of Fine Arts painting department in 1966, was renowned for his landscape paintings. His work was exhibited during his time at the Academy, marking him as a talented artist even in his early years. He was married to the Tartu artist Helle-Reet Vahersalu. This piece reflects the mastery of Paris’s artistic expression, capturing a significant aspect of Tallinn’s beauty and history.