After Niko Pirosmani (1862–1918) - Lion and the Sun

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Lion and the Sun is a 2020+ 3D‑printed work from Austria, in a limited edition of 99, sized 78.8 cm high by 97.9 cm wide, not signed, in excellent condition and sold with a frame.

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About the artwork
Painted by Georgian primitivist icon Niko Pirosmani, Lion and the Sun depicts a majestic lion standing beneath a radiant sun, rendered in Pirosmani’s signature naïve yet deeply expressive style. Bold contours, simplified forms, and symbolic composition give the scene a timeless, almost mythic presence.

This LITO Masters edition is reproduced from ultra-high-definition museum scans using our patented process, faithfully capturing the original colour nuances, brushwork texture, and subtle surface relief.

Every line, tonal nuance, and characteristic surface detail is rendered with exceptional accuracy.

Validated by the museum and released in a strict limited edition, each print is individually numbered and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.

Limited edition of 99.

Delivery time : Approximately 30 days.

Niko Pirosmani (1862–1918) :
Was a self-taught Georgian painter best known for his distinctive primitive style, which conveyed a raw, direct vision of life. Born in the village of Mirzaani in the Kakheti region, Pirosmani came from a peasant family and received only a basic education. He worked various odd jobs, including as a shepherd, sign painter, and shopkeeper, all while pursuing his passion for art.
Pirosmani's artwork is characterized by its simple, naïve forms, flat compositions, and vibrant colors. He often painted on black oilcloth, which gave his works a unique, intense quality. His subjects were frequently drawn from everyday life, including animals, rural scenes, and folk celebrations, but he also painted idealized portraits of royalty, saints, and the wealthy patrons he sought to attract.
Despite his talent, Pirosmani lived in poverty for most of his life, with little recognition from the broader art world. His work only gained significant attention after his death, when he was championed by avant-garde artists and critics who appreciated his originality and the sincerity of his vision. Today, Pirosmani is regarded as one of Georgia’s most important and beloved artists, his works celebrated for their folk authenticity and emotional depth.
He remains a symbol of the solitary, misunderstood artist, whose genius was recognized too late, but whose influence endures.

The Art of Perfect Reproduction 
At Litomasters, we believe art deserves to be lived — not just seen.

Our mission is to make the world’s masterpieces tangible again, through precision, emotion and innovation.

Founded in 2022 and based in Bregenz, Austria, Litomasters combines cutting-edge technology with museum-level expertise to recreate artworks with breathtaking fidelity — down to the grain of pigment, the texture of the canvas and the artist’s brushstroke.

Every edition is a dialogue between art history and innovation.

Bringing Masterpieces
Back to Life
We collaborate with the world’s leading museums and cultural institutions to scan, reproduce and preserve the world’s most important artworks using our patented Hi-Rnd technology — a process capable of capturing microscopic reliefs and complex layers of colour invisible to the naked eye.

Each reproduction is produced in strictly limited editions, numbered, stamped and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity co-issued with the museum holding the original.


About the artwork
Painted by Georgian primitivist icon Niko Pirosmani, Lion and the Sun depicts a majestic lion standing beneath a radiant sun, rendered in Pirosmani’s signature naïve yet deeply expressive style. Bold contours, simplified forms, and symbolic composition give the scene a timeless, almost mythic presence.

This LITO Masters edition is reproduced from ultra-high-definition museum scans using our patented process, faithfully capturing the original colour nuances, brushwork texture, and subtle surface relief.

Every line, tonal nuance, and characteristic surface detail is rendered with exceptional accuracy.

Validated by the museum and released in a strict limited edition, each print is individually numbered and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.

Limited edition of 99.

Delivery time : Approximately 30 days.

Niko Pirosmani (1862–1918) :
Was a self-taught Georgian painter best known for his distinctive primitive style, which conveyed a raw, direct vision of life. Born in the village of Mirzaani in the Kakheti region, Pirosmani came from a peasant family and received only a basic education. He worked various odd jobs, including as a shepherd, sign painter, and shopkeeper, all while pursuing his passion for art.
Pirosmani's artwork is characterized by its simple, naïve forms, flat compositions, and vibrant colors. He often painted on black oilcloth, which gave his works a unique, intense quality. His subjects were frequently drawn from everyday life, including animals, rural scenes, and folk celebrations, but he also painted idealized portraits of royalty, saints, and the wealthy patrons he sought to attract.
Despite his talent, Pirosmani lived in poverty for most of his life, with little recognition from the broader art world. His work only gained significant attention after his death, when he was championed by avant-garde artists and critics who appreciated his originality and the sincerity of his vision. Today, Pirosmani is regarded as one of Georgia’s most important and beloved artists, his works celebrated for their folk authenticity and emotional depth.
He remains a symbol of the solitary, misunderstood artist, whose genius was recognized too late, but whose influence endures.

The Art of Perfect Reproduction 
At Litomasters, we believe art deserves to be lived — not just seen.

Our mission is to make the world’s masterpieces tangible again, through precision, emotion and innovation.

Founded in 2022 and based in Bregenz, Austria, Litomasters combines cutting-edge technology with museum-level expertise to recreate artworks with breathtaking fidelity — down to the grain of pigment, the texture of the canvas and the artist’s brushstroke.

Every edition is a dialogue between art history and innovation.

Bringing Masterpieces
Back to Life
We collaborate with the world’s leading museums and cultural institutions to scan, reproduce and preserve the world’s most important artworks using our patented Hi-Rnd technology — a process capable of capturing microscopic reliefs and complex layers of colour invisible to the naked eye.

Each reproduction is produced in strictly limited editions, numbered, stamped and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity co-issued with the museum holding the original.


Details

Artist
After Niko Pirosmani (1862–1918)
Sold by
Gallery
Edition
Limited edition
Title of artwork
Lion and the Sun
Technique
3D print
Signature
Not signed
Country of Origin
Austria
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
78.8 cm
Width
97.9 cm
Period
2020+
Sold with frame
Yes
Sold by
AustriaVerified
24
Objects sold
100%
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