In the historic area of Daugavpils Fortress, in the courtyard of the building at 8 Hospitāļa Street, is an unique art space — the “4METRI” Gallery. The Glass Gallery was established by the Latvian Centre for Contemporary Ceramics, the gallery’s name reflects the space’s unique dimensions — just four metres. Despite its modest size, the gallery offers visitors an extensive and diverse insight into the world of contemporary art.
The gallery is located outdoors, and allows visitors to view its exhibitions at any time of day or night through its glass walls. It is open to everyone and free of charge. The gallery’s exhibitions are regularly renewув and expanded, offering visitors the opportunity to discover works by a wide range of Latvian and international artists.
The “4METRI” Gallery was established by the Latvian Centre for Contemporary Ceramics, which was founded in 2011 through a collaboration between ceramists and art professionals. The centre’s aim is to promote contemporary ceramics across the Baltic region and enhance the international visibility of Baltic artists. The centre is led by artist and curator Valentīns Petjko and Aivars Baranovskis.
The centre regularly organises exhibitions, symposia and other events dedicated to ceramic art, including the Latvian Ceramics Biennial, the Martinsons Award and the international ceramic art symposium “Ceramic Laboratory”. In collaboration with cultural institutions such as the Rothko Museum, the centre maintains close ties with artists, museums and cultural organisations around the world. The centre also offers a workshop space for artistic development and creative practice.
The “4METRI” Gallery is a wonderful stop during a visit to Daugavpils Fortress — a place where historic architecture meets contemporary art, offering everyone the opportunity to discover something new and inspiring within a compact, glass-walled space.