ALCOVA 2024

April 15-21, 2024 ⎸ Villa Bagatti Valsecchi, Milan, Italy

For the 2024 edition of ALCOVA Milano, Nitush and Aroosh launched their latest sculpture, Monolith, in collaboration with the renowned European gallery Adorno Design. In the historic Villa Bagatti Valsecchi, a jewel of the Milanese landscape whose origin can be tracked back to the 16th century, Adorno curated a spaced with the theme Animism, a belief system that assigns spiritual significance to all facets of existence, including inanimate objects. It posits that every natural entity possesses a soul or essence, a notion that deeply resonates with Nitush-Aroosh’s artistic philosophy.

Drawing inspiration from the enigmatic monoliths that emerged globally during Covid, Nitush and Aroosh’s sculpture offers a contemporary interpretation infused with the essence of Animism. The sculpture’s personality transcends its physical form, evolving through dynamic interactions with viewers and its environment. The mirror-polished finish and undulated surface invite exploration, reflecting viewers’ interpretations within its reflective surface. As observers engage with the Monolith, they become part of its narrative, influencing its perceived personality, while its interaction with light and surroundings generates captivating patterns, animating the space and sparking curiosity and dialogue.