Cheetah 1

Cheetah by Davide Rivalta captures the electric stillness that precedes a chase. Rendered in life-sized bronze, the cheetah begins to crouch low; back arched, muscles taut, paws bracing as it prepares to spring into action. This sculptural moment is all anticipation and energy, capturing raw instinct.

Rivalta’s artistry lies in conveying anatomical accuracy and emotional force: this is not a frozen animal but one on the verge of action. The sculpture becomes a powerful metaphor for resilience and risk. Tying back to the theme, Echoes of Land, it honors the legacy of the cheetah in the Arabian Peninsula, a once-abundant species now facing endangerment.