Kristjan Raud memorial, Stone memorial in Hirvepark, Tallinn, Estonia.
The Kristjan Raud memorial is a stone sculpture located in Hirvepark in Tallinn, created to honor the renowned Estonian artist and cultural figure.
Erected in 1968 by sculptor Kalju Reitel, this monument was built during a period of cultural revival in Estonia under Soviet influence.
The memorial celebrates Kristjan Raud, a foundational figure in Estonian cultural development through his illustrations, writings, and ethnographic studies of national heritage.
Located at postal code 10137 in Hirvepark, the memorial is accessible on foot from central Tallinn and remains open year-round for visitors.
The sculpture features a minimalist and humorous style characteristic of Kalju Reitel, combining formal simplicity with deep respect for Estonian artistic heritage.
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