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"I have always yearned to return to nature. If only I could stay there, take root in the forest floor from autumn through winter, perhaps death would not seem so terrifying."

The artwork addresses the fear of death through Latvian oral folklore and the ecological
aspects of death. The artist aims to create a space where death is recognised as a normal, albeit unpleasant, part of life.

This interdisciplinary composition serves as a meditation on the fear of death. The
mythological forest depicted in the painting establishes a sense of a location suspended between life and death, in space and time. Accompanying scents and sounds enhance the atmosphere, evoking associations with nature that feel slightly off, resulting in an uncanny mood. Viewers are invited to immerse themselves in this environment and explore their feelings regarding mortality.

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The artist Niklāvs Strunke (1894–1966) is credited by the poet Aleksandrs Čaks and other contemporaries with introducing the Italian greeting “ciao” to Riga.

While his peers were rushing off to Paris, the most famous “Latvian Italian” lived in Rome, on the island of Capri, and in Florence from 1923 to 1927, also traveling through Venice, Tuscany, the Bay of Naples, and the Amalfi Coast.

In the Eternal City, captivated by Italy, the pittore lettone rented a studio near the Vatican; in Florence, he settled in the old town of Oltrarno; and on Capri, he stayed on the Marina Grande side.

The interwar years spent in Italy had a profound influence on the original artistic expression of this versatile Latvian modernist and apprentice of the old masters.

With its stripped-down, abstracted composition, harmonious proportions and rhythm, and vibrant local color, the small painting Sorrento (1924–1925), executed on a wooden panel, stands as an icon of Strunke’s easel painting and his “Latvian Italian” identity.

During his Italian period, Strunke’s artistic style became a distinctive fusion of modernist geometrization and inspiration drawn from Italian primitivism.

At ''Laundry House'' fashion meets function with clothing from the local brand '' Backdoor Market''. Known for its high-quality streetwear, Backdoor Market combines innovative designs with a commitment to sustainability, setting new standards in the local streetwear community. 

This pop-up store isn't just a shopping destination; it's a vibrant community hub. Each weekend ''Laundry House'' transforms into a lively space with aperitivo nights, showcasing the best local DJs who are not just performers but special friends of the house. These events create an atmosphere where music, fashion, and good vides unite people. 

Join us at ''Laundry House'' where love, peace, streetwear and coffee come together in a celebration of community and culture! 

Our first international artist tin!

For Survival Kit 17, we collaborated with Icelandic artist Egill Sæbjörnsson to create a special edition of one of our most loved coffees: Chocolate Bar.

The tin was created to accompany “Pain & Other Recyclables”, an installation by Ágústa Oddsdóttir, Egill Sæbjörnsson and Mosi Kristjáns.

Drawings, video animations and even crayons form an imaginary landscape that also becomes a café, based on Egill Sæbjörnsson’s “Espressobar” series. And this time, we became part of the artwork too!

The installation also carries the legacy of Sigríður Björnsdóttir, one of the pioneers of art therapy:

“I believe that art is intrinsic to all people, young and old. We all have the ability to experience and react by expressing without thinking. This has to do with getting in touch with and harnessing the creative force that lies within us all.”

Thank you to the artists and the Survival Kit team for inviting us into this special project!

Discover “Pain & Other Recyclables” at Survival Kit 17 in Riga Congress Hall until 27 September.

Our special edition tin is available online and at our coffee shops in Riga!