International contemporary art platform24.10.1936–16.10.2022
Jüri Arrak
Jüri Arrak (1936–2022) was an Estonian painter, graphic artist, metalworker, and ex-libris artist. Born and deceased in Tallinn, he was a prominent figure and founder of Estonian avant-garde art.
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Biography
Jüri Arrak was born on October 24, 1936, in Tallinn, Estonia. He was a renowned Estonian artist whose work encompassed painting, graphic arts, and metalwork. Arrak also worked as an ex-libris artist and was an influential figure in the arts. He is regarded as a founder of Estonian avant-garde, making a significant contribution to the development of the country's modern culture. Throughout his life and career, Jüri Arrak remained closely connected with Tallinn, where he passed away on October 16, 2022.
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