Description
Old Riga motif. 1972. Paper, watercolor, 50×41 cm
Janis Brekte (1920.15.VIII 1985.27.XII)
Janis Brekte his first artistic education got in drawing courses of K. Brencens (1936 39).
He studied in Latvia Art academy (1940 48) and his pedagogues were L. Svemps, K. Miesnieks and N. Breikss.
Artist took part in exhibitions since 1943.
Most important personal exhibitions were organized in Riga (1977, 1980), Jelgava (1981).
Memorial exhibitions in Cesis (1986) and Riga (1991, 1992).
J. Brekte was a member of Artists Union (since 1950).
In 1981 he got a title of rich of merits employee of art in Latvia Republic of Soviet Union.
Artist was one of the most popular and prolific aquarelle master of his time.
| Period | 1970 to 1979 |
|---|---|
| Year | 1972 |
| Production Period | 1970 to 1979 |
| Country of Manufacture | Latvia |
| Identifying Marks | This piece has an attribution mark |
| Style | Modernist |
| Detailed Condition |
Excellent This vintage/antique piece is in near original condition. It may show minimal traces of use and/or have slight restorations. |
| Product Code | FNC-1924632 |
| Materials | Watercolor, Paper |
| Color | Black, brown |
| Width |
41 cm 16.1 inch |
| Depth |
1 cm 0.0 inch |
| Height |
50 cm 19.7 inch |
| Duties Notice | Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order. |
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