Stepping into the Glamour of the Roaring Twenties: A Comprehensive Art Deco Scenography in Latvia”>Ludolf Liberts Exhibition
From November 30th to March 16th, the Latvian National Art Museum (LNMM) will transport visitors back in time with a captivating exhibition dedicated to the remarkable artistic journey of Ludolf Liberts (1895–1959).
A Celebration of Art Deco Brilliance
This expansive exhibition, the largest ever curated for the multifaceted artist, showcases a treasure trove of Liberts’s works gathered from multiple museums, including the Lithuanian Theatre, Music and Cinema Museum. Ludolf Liberts, a luminary of 20th-century Latvian and international art, left an indelible mark with his evocative creations.
Stepping into Liberts’s World: An Immersive Experience
Stepping into the LNMM exhibition hall is akin to boarding a time machine, instantly transporting you to the vibrant 1920s and 1930s. Every detail, from the gleaming luster and effervescent brightness to the elaborate costumes, impressive scale, captivating decorations, and exquisitely designed plates and paintings, reflects the very essence of this glamorous era.
The exhibition boasts an impressive collection of profoundly beautiful works, celebrating Liberts’s remarkable skill as a scenographer. However, it goes beyond showcasing his theatrical prowess, delving into the multifaceted nature of his artistic genius. Visitors will discover Liberts as a painter, a graphic artist, an illustrator for magazines, and even a compiler of art albums and magazines. As art scholar and curator Natalja Yevsejeva explains, “Ludolf Liberts was also a painter and graphic artist, and also created illustrations for magazines. When he worked as a director at the State Paper Printing House, he also participated as a compiler of several art albums, also in publishing magazines dedicated to art and worked as a teacher for certain periods. He created some illustrations for books, such as also painted plates.”
From Humble Beginnings to Artistic Stardom
Born in 1895 in Tirza Parish, Madona County, Liberts’s artistic journey began in an unexpected way. His path crossed with the painter Voldemārs Zeltiņas while the latter was preparing stage decorations for the Lądoņa Social Society House. Kindness and a shared love for art led Zeltiņas to take the eleven-year-old Liberts along, immersing him in the world of creative inspiration.
This early exposure kindled a lifelong passion. Liberts moved to Riga, continuing his studies under various mentors before embarking on his own creative explorations. He further honed his skills in Moscow, navigating the complexities of a world already touched by two devastating wars. Through it all, Liberts remained steadfast in his commitment to artistic expression, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire.
How did Ludolf Liberts incorporate Latvian sensibility into his Art Deco designs?
## Stepping Back in Time with Art Deco Master Ludolf Liberts
**Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with [Guest Name], an art historian specializing in Latvian Art Deco. [Guest Name], welcome to the show!**
**Host:** The Latvian National Museum of Art is hosting a major exhibition dedicated to Ludolf Liberts, titled “The Hypnotic Brilliance of Art Deco.” Can you tell us a bit about Liberts and his significance in the art world?
**Guest:** Absolutely! Ludolf Liberts [[1](https://artdaily.com/news/176077/Exhibition-presents-works-by-one-of-the-brightest-exponents-of-Art-Deco-in-Latvia)]was a true luminary of Art Deco, not just in Latvia, but internationally. He was a master of many forms, including stage design, which is where he reallyshines. His work embodies the glamour and energy of the Roaring Twenties.
**Host:** The exhibition promises to be quite expansive. What can visitors expect to see?
**Guest:** This is the largest exhibition ever dedicated to Liberts, featuring a stunning collection of his works sourced from multiple museums. Visitors will be transported back to the 1920s and 30s through his exquisite stage designs, elaborate costumes, captivating decorations, and even beautifully designed plates and paintings. It’s a truly immersive experience!
**Host:** What makes Liberts’s work stand out from other Art Deco artists?
**Guest:** Liberts had a unique ability to capture the effervescence and optimism of the era while imbuing his work with a distinct Latvian sensibility. His designs are characterized by a sense of grandiosity and meticulous detail, reflecting both the dynamism of modern life and the traditions of Latvian folk art. The exhibition really showcases the breadth and depth of his talent.
**Host:** For anyone interested in art, history, or simply a dash of 1920s glamour, this exhibition certainly sounds like a must-see. Thank you so much for sharing your insights with us today, [Guest Name].
**Guest:** My pleasure. I encourage everyone to visit the Latvian National Museum of Art and experience the hypnotic brilliance of Ludolf Liberts for themselves.
**Host:** A fitting tribute to a truly remarkable artist.
