The final months of the year, filled with anticipation of the holidays, and the beginning of a new year form a beautiful time. The nature of Estonia, in all its diversity, offers joy and peace, providing inner strength even in difficult moments.
Bright flashes of color alternate with restrained tones, creating a dense and multilayered composition that reflects passion and emotion, quiet contemplation, and the passing of time. It is a time to think of those close to us. Tapestries hold and carry warm and profound feelings.
Bright flashes of color alternate with restrained tones, creating a dense and multilayered composition that reflects passion and emotion, quiet contemplation, and the passing of time. It is a time to think of those close to us. Tapestries hold and carry warm and profound feelings.
By weaving dreams and more secret thoughts into tapestries, the artists invite viewers to reflect on themes that resonate most deeply with them. The exhibition presents a cross-section of tapestry art by Estonian authors, offering opportunities for new discoveries as well as encounters with familiar artists.
The works originate from different centuries, and in their visual language one can sense the shifting preferences of past decades, yet the themes they address are often timeless. Among the gobelins and woven rugs selected for the exhibition are works from the collection of the Estonian Museum of Applied Art and Design, alongside more recent creations from artists’ private collections. The exhibition is further complemented by a selection of tapestry works by students from the Textile Department of Pallas University of Applied Sciences.
Participating artists: Mari Adamson, Malle Antson, Leesi Erm, Ehalill Halliste, Ellen Hansen, Sigrid Huik, Mariann Kallas, Brigita Kasemets, Helen Kauksi, Sigre Kodasma, Peeter Kuutma, Anneli Kurm, Sofia Lanman, Maarja Leola, Maasike Maasik, Epp Mardi, Johanna Mauer, Brigitte Mihkelson, Eva Mustonen, Merike Männi, Aet Ollisaar, Grete Ottis, Miralda Pajumaa, Kadi Pajupuu, Marilyn Piirsalu, Tiina Puhkan, Anu Raud, Maire Rebina, Elgi Reemets, Ludmilla Swarczewskaja, Kaire Tali, Reet Talimaa, Erika Tammpere, Kaie Tilk, Mall Tomberg, Ilja Uhlinov, Heike Viigileht, Lea Walter.
Exhibition dates: 9 November 2025 – 1 March 2026
Curator: Aet Ollisaar
Exhibition design: Madis Liplap
Graphic design: Arabella Roosi
The exhibition is realized with the support of the Estonian Museum of Applied Art and Design, the Estonian Textile Artists Association, and Pallas University of Applied Sciences.
Supporters: the City of Pärnu and the Cultural Endowment of Estonia.
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