First Graphic Novel Dedicated to Diego Rivera Published by Centauria
Andrea Voglino and Luca Bertelè have created the first comic book biography of Mexican muralist Diego Rivera, titled "Diego Rivera. L’arte, l’amore, la furia." Published by Centauria in Milan, the 128-page volume traces Rivera's life from his training in Mexico and Spain to his monumental works, political activism, and tumultuous relationships, notably with Frida Kahlo. The graphic novel combines biography, travelogue, and American history, featuring illustrations by Bertelè and colors by Manuela Nerolini. Voglino describes the project as a tribute to an artist often overlooked outside Mexico, emphasizing Rivera's larger-than-life personality and complex legacy. The book is part of Centauria's series of illustrated biographies of great masters.
Key facts
- First comic book biography of Diego Rivera.
- Created by Andrea Voglino (writer) and Luca Bertelè (illustrator).
- Title: 'Diego Rivera. L’arte, l’amore, la furia'.
- Published by Centauria in Milan, 2021.
- 128 pages, ISBN 9788869214585, price €19.90.
- Colors by Manuela Nerolini.
- Covers Rivera's life, art, travels, loves, and political engagement.
- Part of Centauria's series of illustrated biographies of great masters.
Entities
Artists
- Diego Rivera
- Frida Kahlo
- Vincent van Gogh
- Jackson Pollock
- Keith Haring
- Andrea Voglino
- Luca Bertelè
- Manuela Nerolini
Institutions
- Centauria
- Artribune
Locations
- Mexico
- Spain
- Guanajuato
- Milan
- Italy