How to Buy Estonian and Foreigner Art in Estonia

Estonia’s art scene is full of creativity, blending modern vibes with deep cultural roots. Whether you're wandering through the charming streets of Tallinn or exploring hidden galleries across the country, buying art in Estonia can be an exciting adventure. Here’s a simple guide to help you navigate the Estonian art world and discover some of the country’s most famous artists.

Generally you have two options, art galleries, or online shops.

1. Art Galleries

Wandering around the city you’ll see some little shops filled with beautiful canvas here and there, this option is the best if you like to have a chat with owner, or someone with knowledge about the art inside the place, and especially if you want to have the full experience of the art collector.

  • Haus Gallery

    A leading contemporary gallery offering modern Estonian art, with regular exhibitions and auctions. Perfect for collectors and new buyers.

  • Temnikova & Kasela Gallery

    Internationally recognized contemporary gallery known for innovative and boundary-pushing art.

  • Vaal Gallery

    One of Estonia’s oldest private galleries, focusing on contemporary Estonian art with regular exhibitions and workshops.

  • Hop Gallery

    A small, artist-run gallery in Old Town, featuring diverse exhibitions from emerging and established Estonian and Non Estonian artists.

  • Okapi Gallery

    Specializes in contemporary art by young, emerging artists, with vibrant and often provocative exhibitions.

  • Tallinn Art Hall

    A central institution hosting ambitious contemporary art exhibitions by leading Estonian and international artists.

  • Draakoni Gallery

    Historic Old Town gallery showcasing a wide range of works from literature work, to paintings, to graphic art, focusing on Estonian and foreign artists.

  • Galleries in Telliskivi Creative City

    A vibrant cultural hub with small galleries and creative spaces, featuring contemporary and urban art. Here you’ll find multiple little galleries within one single building, definitely worth a visit.

  • 6art

    They feature an amazing cozy space in the heart of Tallinn Old Town, where they exhibit various art ideas, from Scottish interior art to original artwork by Estonian artists. Their very cool thing is that they also have a cafe, so you can enjoy a nice cappuccino while taking a look at art pieces.

Telliskivi, Source: Kaupo Kalda

2. Online Shops

  • NOBA: a leading online art platform in the Baltics, offering a wide selection of contemporary art from Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. You can browse and buy paintings, sculptures, photographs, and digital art directly from Estonian artists.

  • Saatchi Art: while not Estonia-specific, Saatchi Art is a global online art marketplace where you can find and purchase works from Estonian artists. It’s a great platform for discovering emerging Estonian talent.

  • Artsper: another global online marketplace, that includes many interesting Estonian artists, with a very user-friendly interface that allows to filter by style, nationality, and more.

  • Artmajeur an international online art marketplace featuring a wide range of artworks from artists worldwide, including Estonia. The platform allows you to browse and purchase original paintings, sculptures, and digital art directly from Estonian artists.

Konrad Mägi, one of the most famous Estonian artists.


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