Yuval Mahler – Lion of Jerusalem
Original Mixed Media on Canvas
(Spray, Print, Automobile Colors, Acrylic Layers)
100 × 128 cm // 39.5 × 50.5 in
A powerful and vibrant tribute to Jerusalem, Lion of Jerusalem brings together Yuval Mahler’s signature wit, color, and layered visual storytelling. The central figure—a majestic lion rendered in cool turquoise and silver tones—stands as a symbolic guardian of the city. Surrounding it, Mahler constructs an energetic collage of abstract fragments, pop-art references, and expressive graffiti-style elements.
Jerusalem’s ancient stone architecture appears on the right, contrasted with vivid contemporary imagery and human figures, creating a dynamic dialogue between past and present. The artwork’s rhythm, bold palette, and textured mixed-media surface invite viewers to explore the emotional and spiritual layers of the city.
Mahler’s use of spray paint, print techniques, and automotive colors adds depth, sheen, and immediacy, while his playful, satirical approach remains subtly present within the dense composition.
Born in 1951 in Haifa, Israel, Yuval Mahler studied graphic design and animation at the School of Visuals Arts in New York City. Mahler draws upon a rich supply of wry humor, satire, caricature, and comedy to produce his insightful studies of human behaviour. His paintings explore human relationships under various conditions of life all over the world and sometimes exploring Jewish life. Mahler’s work appeals to the child in us all, to optimists as well as media. The variety of his art includes Fiberglass sculptures with automobile colors , Acrylic paintings on canvas, 3D Metal / Aluminium wall sculptures, 3D Lithograps / Serigraphs and more. His artworks have been shown in galleries and exhibitions worldwide .
