I Introduction. Creativity & Art

Estonian national hero in the vision of different artists

The Estonian folk epic "Kalevipoeg (Son of Kalev)" is a good example of creativity in visual arts. The hero of the epic has been an inspiration to ever-new creators.

Lembit Sarapuu. Kalevipoeg and Island maiden (1987)

Source: Estonian Art Museum

Eduard Wiiralt. Kalevipoeg (1918)

Source: Estonian Art Museum EKM j 33856 G 22668

Oskar Kallis. Coronation of Kalevipoeg (1918)

Source: Wikimedia Commons / Estonian Art Museum EKM j 24354 M 5522

Gunnar Neeme. Kalevipoeg (1994)

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Enn Põldroos. Imprisoned Kalevipoeg (1967)

Source: poldroos.com

Edward von Lõngus. Kalevipoeg 3.0 (2015)

Location: By the Kääpa River. Source: Edward von Lõngus street art

Lembit Sarapuu. Kalevipoeg in the Underworld (1988)

Source: Estonian Art Museum
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