Shota Rustaveli 

This portrait of Shota Rustaveli, a renowned Georgian poet and author of the 12th-century epic poem *The Knight in the Panther’s Skin*, is a powerful example of the work of Niko Pirosmani, one of Georgia's most celebrated artists. Pirosmani's art is characterized by its bold colors, simplified forms, and evocative simplicity, making it instantly recognizable. He often used his art to depict scenes of daily life in Georgia. The present portrait reflects this signature style with its flat, saturated colors and iconic, simplified forms. It currently resides in the Niko Pirosmanashvili Museum in Mirzaani, Georgia.