The Soul of Clay: The Life and Legacy of Astrid Tiits In the quiet, transformative era of early twentieth-century Estonia, a singular talent emerged from the streets of Tallinn to redefine the boundaries of ceramic artistry. Astrid Andreas Parmask, known to history and art lovers alike as Astrid Tiits, was far more than a mere decorator; she was an autodidact whose hands possessed an innate understanding of form, texture, and myth. Born in 1907, her life unfolded against the turbulent backdrop of Estonia’s struggle for independence, a period of profound national identity formation that undou…