Name: Vitruvian Führer
Brand: Andrius Miezis
Price: 65.0 USD
Availability: InStock

Vitruvian Führer” by Lithuanian surrealist Andrius Miezis reinterprets the concept of perfection and power through satire. The bright yellow balloon figure, both humorous and unsettling, embodies the artist’s bold commentary on ego and human absurdity. Available exclusively at Giclée Makers as a museum-quality giclée print on archival canvas or fine art paper.

$65

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Media Type

Paper

Canvas

Size

H 13.5 x W 11 in

H 20 x W 16 in

H 37.5 x W 30 in ▪

H 49 x W 39 in ▫

H 59 x W 47 in ☐

H 69 x W 55 in ▢

Floating and classic framing options available. Submit custom order.

Andrius Miezis’s Vitruvian Führer transforms simplicity into confrontation - a jarring fusion of innocence and ideology rendered with unsettling clarity. A bright yellow, balloon-like face floats against an abstract haze of blue and green, its cheerful expression betraying a subtle unease. The childlike minimalism of the form contrasts sharply with the unmistakable historical reference beneath its smile. In this tension, Miezis exposes the disquieting ease with which symbols of power can disguise themselves in the language of play.

The composition is both vibrant and restrained. The glowing yellow orb dominates the space, radiating light like a false sun amid painterly turbulence. Soft brushwork in the background suggests motion and confusion, while the central figure remains fixed - serene, absurd, and quietly menacing. Through its cartoon simplicity, the work achieves philosophical complexity, blurring the boundary between humor and horror, between what is remembered and what is conveniently forgotten.

In Vitruvian Führer, Miezis invites reflection on humanity’s tendency to trivialize darkness through repetition and image. The painting becomes a mirror for cultural amnesia - how history, when stylized and simplified, risks becoming decoration. Beneath the grin, the artist uncovers a truth both timeless and uncomfortable: even the most dangerous ideas can wear a friendly face.

Prints on Paper

Unframed paper prints

Printed on archival grade cotton paper without optical brighteners.
Image dimensions are as shown in Size option plus 2 inch wide white border.
Ships rolled in a tube.

Framed Paper Prints

Ready to hang.
3/4 inch wide frame.
2 inch wide white mat.
Total dimensions: image dimensions as shown in Size option plus 2 inch mat plus 3/4 inch frame.
Covered with UV coated acrylic for protection from fading and moisture.

Prints on Canvas

Ready to Hang: Each print on canvas arrives ready to hang, designed for effortless display.
Canvas Dimensions: The listed size options show the height and width of the canvas stretched around sturdy wooden bars, with a depth of 1.5 inches.
Floating Frame: Add 5/8 inch to the height and width of selected dimensions to account for the total frame size. The frame has 2 inch depth.

Frame Colors: Slight variations may occur due to your lighting environment and the handmade nature of our frames.
Premium Materials: Printed on archival quality fine art canvas for a luxurious finish.
Enhanced Protection: Every print is coated with a specialized protective layer to ensure longevity, resist scratches and abrasions, provide UV protection, and make it waterproof.

Free shipping for all orders.

Your custom art is carefully crafted and shipped within 7-10 business days. Delivery typically takes an additional 3–5 days, so you can expect to receive your artwork within 2 weeks from the time you place your order.

24-Hour Cancellation Policy

Orders can be canceled within 24 hours of placement. After this time, your order enters production and can no longer be canceled.

Replacements-Only Policy

If your item arrives damaged, we’re happy to provide a free replacement. Since each piece is handcrafted to order, we are unable to accommodate returns or exchanges. Thank you for understanding!

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Andrius Miezis

Andrius Miezis is a creative powerhouse from Vilnius, Lithuania, blending bold colors, quirky compositions, and a healthy dose of irony into art that’s as thought-provoking as it is fun. Born in 1970 and armed with a background in architecture, Miezis has spent over three decades creating works that playfully reimagine folklore, mythology, and everyday life. His paintings are a delightful mix of strong, intense colors, flat perspectives, and whimsical geometric forms—like a visual game where the rules keep changing.

Miezis isn’t just about painting; he dabbles in digital music and photo-mixes, proving there’s no limit to his creative playground. His art has traveled the world, popping up in galleries and private collections from Lithuania to Germany, the UK, the US, and beyond. Whether it’s a mischievous mash-up of mythical creatures or a cheeky take on modern life, his work invites viewers to dive into a colorful universe where humor and depth collide.

With a style that’s weirdly wonderful and utterly captivating, Miezis offers art that makes you stop, smile, and think, “What’s really going on here?” Every piece is an invitation to explore, imagine, and maybe even laugh at the beautiful chaos of life.

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