Catalogue raisonné in progress

Umberto Cavenago's website offers a journey through the crucial stages of his artistic research, presenting a selection of his works in precise chronological order. Each piece is accompanied by descriptions and images that not only illustrate the various locations and stages of realization but also the conceptual and creative context in which the work took shape. Complementing these images are texts written by authors and critics close to the artist, individuals who have shared his journey and offer personal and nuanced interpretations. These textual contributions enrich the understanding of the works, revealing the complexity and evolution of the artist's thought over the past decades.

Artworks[161]

Gru, 1988
Galvanized sheet, aluminium and stainless steel
193 × 96 × 46 cm

Installation at Castello di Rivara

Photo © Studio Blu
Progetto per Half Ton, 1988
Ink on paper
18 × 18 cm

Drawing of the project for the installation at Studio Marconi 17, Milan

Gru, 1988
Galvanized sheet and steel
233 × 90 × 60 cm
Gregorio, 1988
Fat pencil and acrylic on cardboard
21 × 15 cm
Home, 1988
Fat pencil and acrylic on cardboard
21 × 15 cm
Progetto per Camion a T, 1988
Fat pencil and acrylic on cardboard
21 × 15 cm
Voglia di treno, 1988
Galvanized sheet, aluminium and steel
35 × 23 × 82 cm
Contenitore (con pietra squadrata), 1987
Galvanized sheet and travertine block
200 × 30 × 15 cm with 15 × 15 × 15 cm

Installation at "Castello di Rivara", Rivara, TO

Lo giuro, 1987
Galvanized sheet
138 × 80 × 80 cm
Contenitore (con pietra levigata), 1987
Lamiera zincata e pietra levigata
190 × 65 × 65 cm
Contenitore con segni di fuoco, 1986
Ceramic fiber, wood, lead, incandescent nickel chrome, electric transformer and acrylic
95 × 75 × 25 cm