Dufy, Raoul (1877 – 1953). Fragment of the Sity with a Mill
20 Dec
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Raoul Dufy (1877 – 1953)

Byuchtger Robert Germanovich, born in the cultural hub of St. Petersburg, hailed from a lineage of Courland Germans. Riga, with its charm and character, formed the backdrop of his formative years, where he absorbed knowledge at the Polytechnic Gymnas...

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Büchtger, Robert (1862 – 1951). Winter Landscape. (Late 19th early 20th century)
20 Dec
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Robert Büchtger (1862–1951)

Robert Büchtger Germanovich, born in the vibrant city of St. Petersburg, hailed from a family rooted in Courland German lineage. His formative years unfolded in Riga, where he imbibed knowledge at the esteemed Polytechnic Gymnasium. Drawn to the arts...

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Sooster, Ülo (1924 – 1970). Naked Sitting. (1949)
20 Dec
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Ülo Sooster (1924 – 1970)

Ülo Sooster was born on a quaint farm named Pendi, situated in the heart of independent Estonia. When he turned 19, he embarked on his artistic journey at the prestigious Pallas art school. However, fate took a turn when he was conscripted into the G...

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Ohakas, Valdur (1925 – 1998). Landscape. (1995)
20 Dec
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Valdur Ohakas (1925 – 1998)

In the tumultuous era of the mid-20th century, Estonia bore witness to the ascendancy of a luminous talent, Valdur Ohakas (1925–1998). Celebrated for his masterful paintings, Ohakas's fame was amplified by his academic background from the Tartu Art I...

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Soans, Olev (1925 – 1995). Map of a History of the Literature of Estonia. (1975
20 Dec
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Soans, Olev (1925 – 1995)

Olev Soans, a celebrated Estonian graphic artist, embarked on his artistic journey upon completing his studies in 1941 at the Pärnu Trade Lyceum. However, his path was briefly interrupted when he was mobilized into the German army two years later. In...

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Kamm, Paul (1917 – 1979).Beacon. (1967)
20 Dec
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Paul Kamm (1917 – 1979)

Paul Kamm was born in 1917 in the quaint town of Kertel, now known as Kärdla, situated on the scenic island of Dago. With just a basic school education, he swiftly transitioned into the workforce, dedicating years to various textile factories across ...

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Luhtein, Paul (1909 – 2007). The Title Page. A Leaf from a folder "Tallinn
20 Dec
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Paul Luhtein (1909 – 2007)

Paul Luhtein (1909 – 2007) was a revered figure in the realm of art, marking his inception in the world of creativity at the State Art and Industrial School during 1924-1930. His prolific journey continued up until the twilight of his life, serving a...

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