For the two Latvian National Treasures – Potatoes and Women

In 2018, Latvia ranked third in Europe in potato consumption per capita, at 113 kg per person (FAO). Many potato varieties have been developed domestically in order to cater to this demand, and many of these varieties have been given women’s names. Breeders often name their creations after important women in their lives – mothers, wives, or daughters.

In Latvia, we value our women, and we value our potatoes. Made from stones found in the fields, to accentuate their eternity, these sculptures are portraits of them both.

My gratitude to the Priekuļi Field Plant Breeding Institute