Beatrice Riva - Waiting for the night

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Beatrice Riva’s original contemporary mixed-media painting Waiting for the night on canvas 50 × 50 cm (3 cm thick), depicting an owl, hand-signed, with a Certificate of Authenticity, dated 2026, in excellent condition, sold directly by the artist.

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A magnetic and introspective work that fuses visual art with the poetic depth of synth-pop music. The painting, 50x50 cm in size, depicts a tawny owl immersed in a clear chiaroscuro contrast, a symbol of wisdom and nocturnal mystery.

The title and the soul of the work are a direct homage to the Depeche Mode track "Waiting for the Night." On the canvas is hand-written an iconic verse from the song:

"When everything's dark keeps us from the stark reality"

The use of black and white emphasizes the ethereal and 'vulnerable' atmosphere typical of the artist's expressive exploration, making the subject almost an apparition in the dark. The tactile texture of the canvas adds tridimensionality to a piece inviting silent contemplation.

Technical Details
Technique: Acrylic, oil and Uni Posca on canvas.

Dimensions: 50 x 50 cm, canvas thickness 3 cm.

Certificate of Authenticity (CDA): The work is provided with a Certificate of Authenticity signed by the artist, guaranteeing originality and provenance.

Conditions: New, directly from the artist's studio.

Packaging: Careful shipping in protective packaging to preserve the integrity of the canvas and frame.

Note for the collector: An essential piece for those who love the fusion of contemporary art and music, capable of furnishing modern environments or creative studios with character."

A magnetic and introspective work that fuses visual art with the poetic depth of synth-pop music. The painting, 50x50 cm in size, depicts a tawny owl immersed in a clear chiaroscuro contrast, a symbol of wisdom and nocturnal mystery.

The title and the soul of the work are a direct homage to the Depeche Mode track "Waiting for the Night." On the canvas is hand-written an iconic verse from the song:

"When everything's dark keeps us from the stark reality"

The use of black and white emphasizes the ethereal and 'vulnerable' atmosphere typical of the artist's expressive exploration, making the subject almost an apparition in the dark. The tactile texture of the canvas adds tridimensionality to a piece inviting silent contemplation.

Technical Details
Technique: Acrylic, oil and Uni Posca on canvas.

Dimensions: 50 x 50 cm, canvas thickness 3 cm.

Certificate of Authenticity (CDA): The work is provided with a Certificate of Authenticity signed by the artist, guaranteeing originality and provenance.

Conditions: New, directly from the artist's studio.

Packaging: Careful shipping in protective packaging to preserve the integrity of the canvas and frame.

Note for the collector: An essential piece for those who love the fusion of contemporary art and music, capable of furnishing modern environments or creative studios with character."

Details

Artist
Beatrice Riva
Sold with frame
No
Sold by
Direct from the artist
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Waiting for the night
Technique
Mixed media
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Italy
Year
2026
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
50 cm
Width
50 cm
Depiction/theme
Animals
Style
Contemporary
Period
2020+
ItalyVerified
38
Objects sold
100%
Private

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