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On 5 February, The Limerick Museum, officially opened Enlacement, an Art Exhibition by Jelena Stamenković, curated by Maurice Quillinan.

 Jelena Stamenković is a visual artist and educator based in Saint-Étienne, France, as well as in her native Belgrade, Serbia. She is a member of both La Maison des Artistes—the French national association for visual artists—and ULUS, the Association of Fine Artists of Serbia

 As an architect and urban planner, Jelena has always been drawing. She began painting in 2017, since when she has had several solo exhibitions and participated in numerous group exhibitions, including the RHA Annual Exhibition in 2025. In 2019, she undertook her first artistic stay in Ireland, which deeply moved her, confirming her path in abstract art and marking the beginning of an inspiring connection with Ireland.

 Councillor Maria Donoghue deputising for Mayor of Limerick John Moran said:

 “Enlacement was built around a deeply personal source of inspiration: the Museum’s magnificent collection of Limerick lace, creating an immediate connection to Jelena’s grandmother, her craft and her ancestors. By drawing these family memories and traditions, Jelena seeks to reveal what persists in the shadow, what is passed down without words, and to make the invisible visible.”

 Dr. Pat Daly, Director General, Limerick City and County Council praised the new exhibition:

 “I want to congratulate Jelena on creating this beautiful exhibition Enlacement and Maurice Quillinan for his excellent work in curating it. We are proud to see the Limerick Museum host such a compelling exhibition and celebrating Jelena’s work.”

 Príomh Chomhairleoir at Limerick City and County Council, Cllr. Catherine Slattery commented:

 “This exhibition is a wonderful addition to Limerick’s artistic landscape. Jelena’s work demonstrates the incredible creative industry that we have in Limerick and we want people to experience that firsthand”.

 Jelena Stamenković commented:

 “I am grateful to all the messengers whose words have guided me in creating this exhibition: the deep waters, the dark forests, and every one of my ancestors. Each has become a source, an invisible thread weaving through my artworks and connecting me to the complexity and the beauty of the unconscious.”

 Dr. Matthew Potter, Curator of Limerick Museum welcomes the latest addition to the Limerick Museum:

 “I am delighted that Enlacement is a response to the Museum’s magnificent collection of Limerick lace. In just three years’ time, in 2029, we will be celebrating and commemorating the 200th anniversary of Limerick Lace.”

 Enlacement will be on display in Limerick Museum until 28 February 2026.

 The Museum is open to the public Monday to Friday 10.00am to 5.00pm; Saturday 10.00am-1.00pm and 2.00pm to 5.00pm. Admission is FREE.