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Artist: Ilya Milstein
Born in Italy, raised in Australia, now based in New York, Ilya Milstein is a renowned illustration artist. Known for his intricate, and narrative-driven hand-drawn style, Milstein’s work spans both commercial and editorial realms. His illustrations have been recognized by American Illustration and Communication Arts, and he is a three-time Gold Medal recipient from the Society of Illustrators. He was also named an ADC Young Gun by The One Club for Creativity. Today, Milstein is a prominent figure in the international illustration scene, working across the U.S., Europe, and Asia.
Ilya Milstein’s client list covers a wide spectrum of industries—from art and fashion to tech and publishing—including The New Yorker, The New York Times, Apple, Google, Spotify, Gucci, Disney, Meta, A24, and The Met. His work appears not only in global publications and advertising campaigns, but also in branded collaborations and exhibition designs. In 2023, he held his solo exhibition Memory Cabinet at My Art Museum in Seoul, showcasing his versatility between fine art and commercial aesthetics, while solidifying his presence in the Asian market.
Artworks
Fortune Rota Volvitur (2025)
Fiber-glass, 210cm (H) CM
This sculpture by artist Ilya Milstein humorously and poetically merges the Roman goddess of fortune, Fortuna, with the beloved Sesame Street character Ernie. Seated atop the symbolic “Wheel of Fortune,” Ernie holds a cornucopia—traditionally a symbol of abundance—brimming with his cherished companion, the rubber duckie.
Inspired by medieval depictions of Fortuna, Milstein infuses the work with both whimsy and philosophical reflection. He engraves a Latin inscription onto the wheel, adapted from the opening lines of the iconic Sesame Street song “Rubber Duckie,” famously sung by Ernie and fondly remembered as a lullaby from the artist’s own childhood. With playful wit, Milstein translates “rubber duck” as “a flexible duck sculpture,” creating a delightful anachronism that bridges time and language, connecting classical symbolism with contemporary expression.
Through his unique illustration style and imaginative details, Milstein invites viewers to experience the small yet meaningful moments of happiness and surprise in everyday life.
