The Kruus Family’s Private Collection Exhibition

Epp and Martin Kruus describe their selection: “We discovered the world of art in the late 1980s, through the Spring Exhibitions at the Tallinn Art Hall, which was also when we began to take a more conscious interest in art. What fascinated us most at the time was abstractionism in its various forms – symbolism, minimalism, and the magic of light, colour and space. This led to the theme and title of this exhibition, in which connections unfold between artificial space and nature, extending all the way to the universe. At the centre is the human being, whose mind in turn generates a multitude of psychological, intellectual, value-based rooms. Within these spaces, both physical and mental, art creates order and clarity, offering joy and fulfilment.

Our collecting became more active over the past decade. Other styles have been added, including both contemporary and classical art, as well as works by international artists. By creating connections between them, we can continue to discover new aspects and expand our personal art space. It is a fascinating and beautiful world, one that also leaves room for free thought, and one we are always happy to step into again and again.”

With the exhibition, Epp and Martin Kruus wish to highlight a part of Estonian art that is important to them. At the same time, they want to share the experience of collecting art privately, which begins with a more intuitive and personal approach, but as it develops, becomes increasingly connected to the art market and the conventions and knowledge of art institutions.

“We want to contribute to introducing Estonian art both at home and on the international stage. There can never be too many of these contacts and connections for Estonia.”