Lise
The Narrative
This dark, mystical portrait is an interpretation of the Austrian-Swedish physicist Lise Meitner, who invented nuclear fission with her theoretical explanation. Her silhouetted figure in a long, black dress bears witness to silent dignity.
Behind her head sits a dark circle, in the center of which a vibrant red, explosive structure of illuminated flowers unfolds. This combination symbolizes the "curse of discovery": her brilliant insight gave birth to the immense destructive power of the atomic bomb, while someone else (Otto Hahn) was awarded the Nobel Prize for this invention.
The image visualizes the tragic ambivalence of her genius and the heavy burden that Meitner, as a pacifist and unrecognized heroine of the atomic age, had to bear.
"By seamlessly merging the solemn grace of historical portraiture with a visceral, floral explosion of color, the artist masterfully exposes the quiet trauma of overlooked brilliance, transforming Meitner's narrative into a timeless visual monument to ethical conflict and stolen recognition."
Artwork Specifications
Year of Creation
2023
Medium & Master Standard
Produced as a strictly limited museum-grade edition utilizing the state-of-the-art ChromaLuxe dye-sublimation process on premium aluminium. This archival method ensures unsurpassed brilliance, depth, and certified UV resistance tested for over 60 years. Due to its advanced composition, the artwork is inherently water- and scratch-resistant, offering ultimate durability without the need for protective glass.
Framing & Presentation
Each work is delivered fully archival-mounted and elegantly showcased within a bespoke wooden floating frame, meticulously selected to complement the piece and provide a sophisticated, gallery-ready presentation.
Limited Edition & Dimensions
Strictly limited to a definitive total of only 20 pieces worldwide across all formats, structured as follows:
120 x 160cm | Edition of 1 (Unique Piece)
75 x 100 cm | Edition of 3
50 x 68 cm | Edition of 5
30x40 cm | Edition of 11
Notarial Certification & Catalogue Raisonné
To guarantee the absolute integrity, market exclusivity, and strict verifiability of the limitation, the complete commercial edition is legally bound by an affidavit drawn up and certified by a public notary. This statutory declaration explicitly references the official Catalogue Raisonné of the artist and irrevocably bars any future reproduction or reissue of the work for sale outside of these registered specifications.
Authentication
Every single work undergoes a personal final inspection by the artist. To guarantee its provenance, each piece is individually hand-signed and numbered on the reverse. A signed Certificate of Authenticity (CoA) is included with every acquisition, confirming its status as an original part of the limited edition.
Acquisition & Representation
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