THE SOUL OF RIGA
THE SOUL OF RIGA
The Silent Face of Art Nouveau
History and Facts
This monumental mask is one of the most striking Art Nouveau motifs on Alberta Street, created within the rich façade language of architect Mikhail Eisenstein. Such expressive faces are a hallmark of Riga’s early-1900s symbolism, where architecture was meant to speak through emotion and myth.

Interesting Fact
In Art Nouveau, façade masks were often intended — or later interpreted — as protective guardians of a home, combining serenity with quiet strength.

Author’s Note
The cracks in the stone tell their own story: resilience, time, and silent dignity that still watches over Alberta Street.
The Silent Face of Art Nouveau / Jānis Kaugurs 2025

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