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American artist Judy Chicago is the author of illycaffè's new illy Art Collection

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Published
05/28/2023 by

illycaffè presents the new illy Art Collection by Judy Chicago, the multifaceted American artist and pioneer of the Feminist Art Movement.

Judy Chicago is known for her large installations such as The Dinner Party and Birth Project celebrating the multiple roles of women in history and culture. The world-renowned artist began to examine the role of gender in the 1970s, integrating stereotypically feminine skills such as sewing or embroidery with strictly masculine skills such as welding and pyrotechnics. Her research embraces painting, textile arts, sculpture, and installations.

 

With this illy Art Collection, the iconic espresso cups that more than 30 years ago have turned an everyday object into a blank canvas featuring the work of internationally acclaimed artists, Judy Chicago represents women's roles and achievements throughout history, by using the concept from her early works "Reincarnation Triptych".

In the four cups inspired by the 'Reincarnation Triptych' the artist uses a lively and vibrant palate to illustrate the transition away from the societal constraints that have historically been imposed on women to a place of cultural and creative freedom. Each cup, through its creativity, represents a notable woman from history from distinct time periods: the Queen of France, Maria Antonietta; the novelist, philosopher, and political writer Madame de Stael; fem- inist novelist, George Sand; and writer, Virginia Woolf.

"Through illy Art Collection we let artists' creativity express itself freely. The collection signed by Judy Chicago goes beyond beauty. The shapes and colors with which she dressed the illy cup contain a deeper meaning linked to the condition of women throughout history and their continued struggles today, where there is always a need to bring out merit by giving everyone the same opportunities to demonstrate their value" - commented Cristina Scocchia, CEO of illycaffè.

"I was interested in collaborating with Illy on this project because translating my work into accessible products allows more people to learn about the paintings on which the images are based. I hope these cups spark curiosity and conversation about my career and that the people who buy them learn more about women's history in the process" Judy Chicago said. 

The illy Art Collection signed by Judy Chicago will be previewed at the international contemporary art fair Frieze New York that will take place on May 17th, 2023.

The illy Art Collection will be available starting from July in the illy e-shop, illy stores (illy Caffè and illy Shop), major retail outlets, and indirect e-commerce channels.

4 espresso cups at a suggested retail price of € 94,00
4 cappuccino cups at the suggested retail price of € 114,00

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