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Denis Riva's 'Naturale' Exhibition in Lecce

exhibition · 2026-05-05

Denis Riva (born 1979 in Cento, currently based in Treviso) presents his solo exhibition 'Naturale' at RIVAARTECONTEMPORANEA in Lecce, curated by Lorenzo Madaro. The show runs until September 10, 2016. Riva's work explores nature through figurative investigation, respecting artistic tradition while seeking cross-pollination between expressive techniques. His intimate painting features multi-material stratifications that generate narrative and poetic geometric solutions. The works incorporate compositional grafts where painterly gesture meets paper or found fragments collected during walks. Hybrid, dreamlike landscapes blend real and surreal, with drawing becoming a symbolic, reflective element.

Key facts

  • Denis Riva was born in Cento in 1979.
  • He is currently based in Treviso.
  • The exhibition 'Naturale' is held at RIVAARTECONTEMPORANEA in Lecce.
  • The exhibition is curated by Lorenzo Madaro.
  • The exhibition runs until September 10, 2016.
  • Riva's work uses multi-material stratifications.
  • He incorporates found fragments into his paintings.
  • His landscapes are hybrid and dreamlike.

Entities

Artists

  • Denis Riva
  • Lorenzo Madaro

Institutions

  • RIVAARTECONTEMPORANEA
  • Artribune

Locations

  • Cento
  • Treviso
  • Lecce
  • Italy

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