DLMVT

DLMVT translates the physical language of professional cycling into a sculptural form.

The human figure is captured supporting the bicycle in a moment that recalls the end of a race — a posture shaped by effort, tension and endurance, but also by the sense of achievement that follows competition.

Rather than portraying a specific athlete realistically, the figure is deliberately stylised, allowing the gesture itself to become the central expression of the work.

The project brings together Mavimatt’s sculptural approach with the experience of Danilo Di Luca, whose career has been defined by professional cycling at the highest level.

After his racing career, Di Luca continued his relationship with the sport through Di Luca Bike, focusing on high-performance bicycles, carbon-fibre development and custom racing projects.

This shared interest in carbon fibre, performance and bespoke creation became the foundation for DLMVT, connecting the technical world of cycling with Mavimatt’s artistic and material research.

DLMVT was conceived as a limited edition of 20 pieces, developed from the same sculptural concept while allowing each example to maintain its own visual identity.

The carbon-fibre figure and racing bicycle are treated as a single composition, with custom finishes extending across both elements and visually connecting body, machine and movement.

Individually finished and signed by Danilo Di Luca and Mavimatt, each DLMVT becomes a collectible work positioned between contemporary sculpture, Italian design and the culture of professional cycling.