Latvia
Latvia's contemporary art scene is a fascinating blend of historical influences and innovative expressions. Institutions such as the Latvian National Museum of Art in Riga showcase inspiring exhibitions. Latvian artists like Mark Rothko and Vija Celmins contribute significantly to the global contemporary art landscape. Latvia's dynamic art scene is also celebrated at events like the Riga International Biennial of Contemporary Art. Unearth the intriguing depth of Latvian contemporary art on Composition Gallery's website.
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ARTWORKS RELATED TO LATVIA
Vija Celmins
Night Sky 1 ( Reversed ), 2002
Limited Edition Print
Mixed Media
USD 21,900
Vija Celmins
Spider-web, 2009
Limited Edition Print
Screen-print
USD 5,750
Digital Print on paper is a product which includes a digital image printed with archival grade inks on high quality acid free paper. The product and process can last for more than twenty years if properly stored. Digital storage makes future prints possible.
A visual art style that makes use of optical illusions. The works of opt art are abstract and many of the known pieces are the black & white. They typically give a movement, vibrating patterns, flashing and hidden images impression to the viewer. Op art antecedents can be traced back with respect to color effects and graphics to Futurism, Constructivism, Dada and Neo impressionism.
Variant woodcut printmaking technique where linoleum sheet is used to act as the relief surface. The surface is then cut into a V-shaped gouge or chisel design so the raised areas represent a mirror image(reversal) to show printed parts. A roller is used to link the sheet which is then impressed to fabric or paper. A press or hand can be used to do the actual printing.
