In March 2019, the halls of the National Parliamentary Library of Georgia came alive with color, emotion, and creative synergy during the exhibition titled “Renaissance.” At the heart of this event stood Levan Mosiashvili, one of Georgia’s most recognized contemporary painters, whose works captured not just the essence of his country but the soul of human connection through art.
Levan Mosiashvili: A Voice of Georgian Artistic Identity
With a career spanning decades and exhibitions across over 50 countries, Levan Mosiashvili continues to push the boundaries of modern Georgian art. Known for his vivid, abstract depictions of tradition, femininity, and emotion, Mosiashvili’s work evokes both national pride and universal resonance.
In the Renaissance, he presented a deeply personal selection of paintings—each canvas a reflection of Georgia’s cultural heartbeat, interpreted through bold shapes and radiant palettes. His distinctive style merges modern abstraction with folk symbolism, drawing viewers into a world both familiar and dreamlike.
A Cross-Cultural Collaboration
For this exhibition, Levan partnered with Laurent Bismuth, a French painter making his second visit to Georgia. Their artistic collaboration was born from a shared respect for each other’s work and a deep emotional response to Georgian culture.
“We discovered that single-handed women were imbued with sympathy for artistry and love from the very beginning,” Bismuth reflected.
“Levan and I knew we had to create something special together.”
While Laurent brought fresh eyes and heartfelt impressions of Georgia, it was Levan who anchored the exhibition with works rooted in his homeland—each piece an echo of the country’s resilience, history, and transformation.
A Renaissance of the Spirit
The exhibition’s name—Renaissance—was fitting. It symbolized a rebirth not just of artistic expression, but of cross-cultural collaboration and emotional openness. Mosiashvili’s works invited viewers to reimagine Georgian identity through new eyes, while maintaining the essence of tradition.
Held at one of the nation’s most culturally significant venues, the event drew attention from both locals and international visitors. It was a powerful reminder of how Levan Mosiashvili continues to shape the Georgian art landscape, inspiring new generations of artists and collectors alike.
Final Reflection
Renaissance was more than an exhibition—it was Levan Mosiashvili’s poetic statement on the transformative power of art. Through his visionary style and deep-rooted connection to Georgia, he once again affirmed his place as a leading figure in the contemporary art world.