UK Exhibition Showcases Estonian Modernist Konrad Mägi's Mystical Landscapes
Dulwich Picture Gallery in London is presenting the first United Kingdom exhibition dedicated to Estonian Modernist painter Konrad Mägi (1878-1925). Curated by Kathleen Soriano, the display features over 60 works, many never shown outside Estonia, highlighting Mägi's vibrant color use and mystical approach to landscape painting. The exhibition runs from March 24 to July 12, 2026, and aims to expand understanding of Western art history beyond traditional centers. Mägi's work reflects influences from his travels across Europe, incorporating elements from various artistic movements while maintaining a distinctive personal style.
Key facts
- First UK exhibition for Estonian Modernist Konrad Mägi
- Over 60 works displayed, many previously unseen outside Estonia
- Exhibition runs March 24-July 12, 2026 at Dulwich Picture Gallery
- Curated by Kathleen Soriano, who has previously introduced other Nordic artists
- Mägi's work shows influences from Cubism, Pointillism, and various European artists
Entities
Artists
- Konrad Mägi
- M.K. Čiurlionis
- Harald Sohlberg
- Henri Matisse
- Nokolai Astrup
- Hilma af Klint
- Édouard Manet
- Edvard Munch
- Kristina Õllek
Institutions
- Dulwich Picture Gallery
- Art Museum of Estonia
- Tartu Art Museum
- Museum of Viljandi
- National Archives of Estonia
- Kumu Art Museum
- Stieglitz Art School
Locations
- London
- Estonia
- Tallinn
- Tartu
- Viljandi
- St Petersburg
- Åland Islands
- Finland
- Norway
- Paris
- Saaremaa
- Vilsandi
- England
- Baltic Sea
- Saaremaa island
- United Kingdom
- St. Petersburg