Kortom
Van alle originele werken die Davide Rivalta heeft nagelaten, is Aquila 2 (2017) het bekendst, in de collectie van het THAT'S CONTEMPORARY, Milaan. Direct daarna volgen Bufala (2015) en Ghepardo (2015). Onze catalogus bevat 7 werken van Davide Rivalta; de galerie heeft de 7 meest bewonderde werken ter wereld bewaard, elk voorzien van de datum, het museum en het verhaal erachter.
De top 10 schilderijen van Davide Rivalta: de selectie van de galerie
De musea waar de originele werken van Davide Rivalta worden bewaard
De 2 musea met de meeste schilderijen op deze pagina.
| Museum | Stad | Werken van Davide Rivalta | Schilderijen uit deze lijst |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milaan | 6 | Aquila 2, Bufala, Ghepardo | |
| Rome | 1 | Leoni |
Davide Rivalta jaar voor jaar: de originelen die elk jaar definiëren
De gedateerde werken van Davide Rivalta in deze selectie beslaan slechts 4 jaar, van 2015 tot 2018: een korte carrière, hier jaar voor jaar weergegeven.
Werken per jaar
Selecteer een jaar om de originele werken te bekijken.
Vragen van verzamelaars over de schilderijen van Davide Rivalta
Waar is Davide Rivalta het meest bekend om?Onthul het antwoord
Aquila 2 (2017), THAT'S CONTEMPORARY, Milaan. Bufala (2015) en Ghepardo (2015) volgen.
Hoe oud was Davide Rivalta toen Aquila 2 werd gemaakt?Onthul het antwoord
43 jaar oud: Aquila 2 dateert uit 2017, en Davide Rivalta werd geboren in 1974.
Hoeveel schilderijen heeft Davide Rivalta nagelaten?Onthul het antwoord
Onze catalogus bevat 7 werken van Davide Rivalta, daterend van 2015 tot 2018.
In welke musea hangen de meesterwerken van Davide Rivalta?Onthul het antwoord
Voornamelijk in THAT'S CONTEMPORARY (Milaan) en Quirinale Paleis (Rome). De bovenstaande museumtabel bevat een volledig overzicht.
In welke jaren schilderde Davide Rivalta de beroemdste werken?Onthul het antwoord
In 2018: 3 van de 7 werken op deze pagina werden toen gemaakt, waaronder Lupo.
Wat zijn de eerste en de laatste beroemde originelen van Davide Rivalta?Onthul het antwoord
Op deze pagina is het vroegste Bufala (2015) en het laatste Lupo (2018).
Welke werken van Davide Rivalta hangen in het THAT'S CONTEMPORARY?Onthul het antwoord
Aquila 2, Bufala en Ghepardo: het THAT'S CONTEMPORARY, Milaan herbergt 6 van de werken op deze pagina.
Davide Rivalta: leven en werk
The Soul of the Wild: The Sculptural World of Davide Rivalta
In the heart of Bologna, where history and contemporary thought converge, the works of Davide Rivalta breathe a silent, primal life into the modern gallery space. Born in 1974, the Italian sculptor has cultivated a practice that transcends mere representation, seeking instead to capture the very essence of the natural world. His journey began within the prestigious halls of the Academy of Fine Arts in Bologna, later expanding his artistic vocabulary through rigorous study at the Akademie der Bildenden Künste in Munich. This dual foundation in Italian tradition and German academic depth has allowed him to develop a style that is both physically grounded and spiritually evocative.
Rivalta’s artistry is defined by a profound fascination with the animal kingdom, yet he avoids the clichés of wildlife portraiture. Instead, his sculptures—ranging from the imposing Bufala (Buffalo) to the piercing gaze of the Aquila (Eagle)—explore a delicate tension between power and vulnerability. He possesses a unique ability to render creatures like wolves, lions, and cheetahs in states of docility or quiet repose. This intentional choice creates a striking contrast; by stripping away the overt violence often associated with apex predators, he reveals a majestic, almost melancholic dignity that invites the viewer into a moment of intimate connection with the wild.
Technique and the Language of Form
The physical presence of a Rivalta sculpture is often as impactful as its subject matter. His process involves a deep engagement with texture and mass, creating works that feel as though they have emerged directly from the earth itself. Through his mastery of sculpture and installation, he builds forms that command space, using materials that evoke the ruggedness of nature. Whether it is the heavy, grounded presence of a buffalo or the sleek, predatory grace of a Ghepardo (Cheetah), each piece serves as a meditation on the weight of existence.
His work often functions within larger installations, where the placement of his animals can transform an environment into a staged, almost theatrical landscape. This approach allows him to explore themes of:
- The intersection of nature and civilization: Placing wild forms within human-made or rustic settings to highlight our separation from the natural world.
- The duality of strength and softness: Using heavy textures to represent the physical might of animals while imbuing them with a gentle, contemplative spirit.
- Temporal presence: Creating sculptures that feel ancient and timeless, as if they are relics of a forgotten era of coexistence.
Legacy and Contemporary Significance
Today, Davide Rivalta stands as a significant voice in contemporary sculpture, bridging the gap between classical realism and modern conceptualism. His ability to evoke empathy for the non-human world has earned him recognition in some of the most esteemed institutions globally. From the National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art in Rome to the serene Château de Vullierens in Switzerland, his work resonates with a universal language of life and instinct. By teaching sculpture at the Academy of Fine Arts in his native Bologna, he also ensures that his profound respect for material and subject continues to inspire the next generation of artists.





