KADRI JÄÄTMA. Barrel, stoneware, signed and dated 1994.

Patterned decor against blue background. Also marked Tallinn ESTONIA at the rear.
Diameter 31 cm.

Kadri Jäätma is a prominent Estonian ceramist and artist who has made significant contributions to the development of ceramic art both in Estonia and internationally. She was born in 1961 and educated at the Estonian Academy of Fine Arts, where she graduated with a degree in ceramics. Her work is characterized by a mixture of traditional and modern techniques, and she has a strong sense of form, texture, and color.

She is known for her unique style that combines traditional ceramic techniques with modern influences. She often experiments with different types of clay and glazes to create complex and interesting surfaces and textures. Her works often have an organic feel, with soft shapes and natural colors.

Kadri Jäätma's work has had a significant impact on Estonian ceramic art. She has inspired a new generation of artists and helped raise the profile of Estonian ceramics internationally.