Monica Bonvicini & Shirin Neshat: Where Feminist Expression Meets Ritual Form

Fiercely committed to artistic freedom and cultural dialogue, Monica Bonvicini & Shirin Neshat are two of the most powerful voices in contemporary art. Known for exploring identity, gender, politics, and space, both artists have left an indelible mark on global discourse. Their creative paths intersect in a poetic collaboration with Illy, where their conceptual depth is translated into tangible design through the Illy Art Collection Genesi set 2 espresso coffee cups.

Art as Object, Ritual as Statement

Created for the Illy art Collecton, the Genesi set 2 espresso coffee cups captures the spiritual and political essence of both artists’ work. More than just part of the cups and co category, these pieces are symbolic vessels—holding not just coffee, but layered meanings. Monica Bonvicini & Shirin Neshat use the intimate scale of the cup to express grand themes, blending visual storytelling with daily ritual.

Two Perspectives, One Vision

While Bonvicini's work often explores architectural space and the body through a feminist lens, Neshat’s poetic visual language navigates the complexities of exile, identity, and cultural memory. Together, they bring a striking duality to the Illy Art Collection Genesi—one that challenges, reflects, and inspires.

The Power of Collaboration

The Art Collection Illy is renowned for its ability to bring contemporary art to life through everyday design. In this collaboration, Monica Bonvicini & Shirin Neshat Illy Art Collection offers a bold dialogue between form and function, turning the espresso ritual into an act of thought, presence, and beauty. It's not just a coffee break—it's a cultural statement.