Toivo Kulles
1918-1984
Playing Music. 1965
Coloured linocut. Km 16.2 x 11.3 cm (framed)
price 300
An incomparably contemporary motif for young folk musicians. Typical of the political demands of the time, the folk costume is paired with a pioneer’s scarf around the neck of a young man playing a kannel. Which is odd, though, as the pioneers were present only in Soviet primary school until grades 1–3, the young man here seems to be older. Toivo Kulles, who has worked as a commercial graphic artist, presents a sensitive and decorative approach, highlighting the local folk traditions as a positive aspect.