The Legend – Lionel Messi (2026) Original Acrylic Painting by Iuliia Rybalko

The Legend is an original hand-painted acrylic portrait of Lionel Messi, created in my signature geometric style.

Instead of pursuing photorealism, I wanted to capture the qualities that define Messi as one of football's greatest players—precision, determination and quiet confidence. Bold geometric forms and carefully balanced colour planes transform a familiar face into a contemporary work of art.

Painted entirely with professional acrylics on stretched canvas, this is a unique, one-of-a-kind original artwork. It is signed on the back, comes with a Certificate of Authenticity and is ready to hang.

Created for collectors of contemporary art as well as football enthusiasts, this painting is designed to become a striking statement piece in a modern interior.

Materials used:

Professional acrylic paint

Details:

• Acrylic painting on Canvas
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 50 x 70 x 1.5cm (unframed) / 50 x 70cm (actual image size)
• Ready to hang
• Signed certificate of authenticity
• Style: Geometric
• Subject: People and portraits