Man in an Empty Italian City (2020) Painting by Alexandru Rădvan

Alexandru Rădvan, born on May 16, 1977, in Bucharest, Romania, is a contemporary artist and professor. He graduated from the National University of Arts in Bucharest, where he studied painting under Professor Florin Mitroi. In 2012, he earned a doctorate in philology from the Faculty of Letters, with a thesis titled “Fantastic Image Made by Plastic and Literary Means.” Rădvan now teaches at his alma mater, serving as a professor in the Painting Department.

Since 2000, Rădvan has become a key figure in Romanian contemporary art, exhibiting both nationally and internationally. His work is known for its exploration of myths and mythology, with series such as Imperator, Minotaur, Constantine the Great, Homage to Judas, and Christ. These pieces reflect his deep interest in how modern society relates to ancient myths and religions, raising questions about whether contemporary individuals can still interpret and connect with these ancient stories as their ancestors did.

Rădvan's art is intellectually and emotionally provocative, challenging viewers to engage with his subjects beyond passive observation. His work focuses on humanizing iconic figures like Constantine, Judas, and Christ, pushing the boundaries of representation and exploring the limits of what it means to be human. He believes in the power of images to tell stories, describing painting as a "living phenomenon" that demands complete immersion and intensity, much like a battle.

Rădvan’s works are held in significant public and private collections across Austria, Belgium, Greece, Italy, Israel, Germany, the USA, and Romania.

• Nationality: ROMANIA
• Date of birth : 1977
• Artistic domains: Represented by a Gallery,
• Groups: Romanian Contemporary Artists Artists presented by a gallery