Aryz and his New Mural in Livorno

Artgraffiti Some have already nicknamed it Cadaverona, while others have been captivated by the blend of strength and fragility conveyed in the message of this mural created by Aryz and his team. 1 min ago – Anna Frattini The streets of Livorno have been enriched with a vibrant new mural created by Octavi Arrizabalaga—better known as Aryz. The muralist shared his experience on Instagram, reflecting on the completion of the work and the challenges faced during its creation: «I miscalculated the timing—the days turned into nights faster than I expected. Despite that and some criticism, we got it done». However, not everyone has welcomed Aryz’s work without critique. The mural depicts a female figure with anatomically transformed features, characterized by postures and colors that blend fragility and power. «The mural generates a visual tension that invites reflection,» explain curators Ilaria Tamalio, president of MuRaLi, and Gian Guido Grassi, founder of the Start Attitude association. «This work not only challenges the viewer but also offers a profound introspection, balancing what is subtle and what is brutal in human nature,» as reported by Livorno Today. Not everyone, however, has appreciated the appearance of this mural in a historic urban setting like the...