Davide Rivalta's Bronze Primates Invade Brescia Castle Park
At the Castello di Brescia, the outdoor exhibit "Sogni di gloria" showcases 14 large bronze sculptures of primates created by Italian artist Davide Rivalta, who was born in Bologna in 1974. These nearly three-meter-tall gorillas are placed directly on the grass, symbolizing the location's history as a zoo from 1912 to 1988. This exhibition is part of Brescia's designation as Italian Capital of Culture, which it shares with Bergamo, and is produced alongside the 17th edition of "Meccaniche della Meraviglia." Curated by Davide Ferri, the exhibit will be open until January 7, 2024, and will also extend to the Pinacoteca Tosio Martinengo. Meanwhile, the castle is being transformed into a cultural park by Fondazione Brescia Musei.
Key facts
- 14 monumental bronze primate sculptures by Davide Rivalta installed in the park of Castello di Brescia
- Exhibition titled 'Sogni di gloria' runs until January 7, 2024
- Sculptures include gorillas, chimpanzees, baboons, and an orangutan
- No pedestals or fences; animals appear to roam freely
- The castle park was a zoo from 1912 to 1988
- Exhibition part of Brescia's year as Italian Capital of Culture (with Bergamo)
- Collaboration with 17th edition of 'Meccaniche della Meraviglia' festival
- Curated by Davide Ferri
- Also includes a bronze barn owl at Pinacoteca Tosio Martinengo
- Castle redevelopment by Fondazione Brescia Musei aims to create a cultural park
Entities
Artists
- Davide Rivalta
Institutions
- Castello di Brescia
- Fondazione Brescia Musei
- Museo del Risorgimento Leonessa d'Italia
- Museo delle Armi Luigi Marzoli
- Pinacoteca Tosio Martinengo
- Meccaniche della Meraviglia
- Artribune
Locations
- Brescia
- Bergamo
- Italy
- Colle Cidneo
- Bologna