Mykolas Žilinskas (1904–1992) was one of the most enigmatic figures and the leading art collector in 20th-century Lithuanian cultural history. Žilinskas, an émigré in West Berlin, amassed a collection of more than 1,600 works. He donated them to his country of birth, expressing his wish to strengthen the Lithuanian national spirit. Old Masters’ paintings, historical decorative arts and works by contemporary artists make up the best of the collection.
Reigo Kuivjõgi, a gallerist, art collector and populariser of contemporary art, is a well-known figure in the Estonian art scene. The exhibition offers an opportunity to explore the works of many Estonian artists, from established greats to the emerging talents of the youngest generation.
On 17 November, the Art Museum of Estonia celebrates its 105th birthday. According to Chief Executive Officer Sirje Helme, the Art Museum of Estonia, celebrating its 105th anniversary, is an organisation with long traditions, and with great potential for development and success.
The curator´s tour introduces the life and work of a uniquely playful artist and one of the most important innovators of Estonian post-war modernism, Ülo Sooster.
The exhibition at the Mikkel Museum, opening 18 October, is dedicated to the 100th anniversary of Ülo Sooster’s birth, and offers a selection of works from private collections by the playful and original artist and one of the most important innovators of Estonian post-war modernism. The exhibition is being curated by Liisa Kaljula and Elnara Taidre.
The Art Museum of Estonia comprises five museums in Tallinn with a varied exhibition programme. These museums, each with its own image and focus, offer exceptional art exhibitions and a magical atmosphere that make your visit to the Estonian capital unforgettable.
On 25 May, the Mikkel Museum will open the exhibition The Kügelgens: The Story of One Baltic-German Family, introducing the most prominent members of the family through their artworks and related objects.
The Proceedings of the Art Museum of Estonia is an annual peer-reviewed scientific journal. The journal publishes original research in the fields of art and museology, as well as texts concerning conferences and exhibitions held at museums.
According to the chief executive officer of the Art Museum of Estonia, Sirje Helme, the increase in visitor numbers is the result of the dedication of the entire museum staff.
The exhibition, dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the birth of Ülo Sooster, an inimitably playful creator and a significant reformer of Estonian post-war modernism, displays works that belong to private collections.
