Inspired by a twisted rubber balloon rabbit, Balloon Rabbit (Violet), 2017, is a highly reflective red porcelain limited edition. Incorporating the vocabulary of his iconic Celebration sculptures, Balloon Rabbit, along with two other animals, Balloon Monkey and Balloon Swan, marked a spectacular new chapter in Jeff Koons's oeuvre. Why a rabbit? Koons replied: "It comes from my upbringing, I grew up in southcentral Pennsylvania, in a rural community, and at special times of the year, people would put things out in their front yard for decoration like reindeer at Christmas time. Around Easter time, there would be inflatable rabbits. I was always struck by the generosity of the neighbours in doing that, giving pleasure to other people in that way. One of the things that I'm most proud of is making work that lets viewers not feel intimidated by art, but feel that they can emotionally participate in it through their senses and their intellect and be fully engaged". Whether it is the seductive reflective surface, the intricate knots, creases, or twists, no detail of the work was compromised in rendering the Balloon Rabbit in porcelain. Born in 1955 in York, Pennsylvania, Jeff Koons is without question one of the most important living artists. He is among the few who successfully extract the essentials from avantgardism, most notably Pop Art. In his hands, even the most familiar, everyday items transcend commonality to become true icons that manifest the essence of American popular culture. Yet on a broader scope, we are presented with positive messages of acceptance and humanity, themes which resonate universally. Koons works are exhibited throughout the world and are found in numerous public and private collections. 11 1/2" x 5 1/2" x 8 1/4". Limited edition of 999. Porcelain. Made in France.
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Balloon Rabbit (violet)
Inspired by a twisted rubber balloon rabbit, Balloon Rabbit (Violet), 2017, is a highly reflective red porcelain limited edition. Incorporating the vocabulary of his iconic Celebration sculptures, Balloon Rabbit, along with two other animals, Balloon Monkey and Balloon Swan, marked a spectacular new chapter in Jeff Koons's oeuvre. Why a rabbit? Koons replied: "It comes from my upbringing, I grew up in southcentral Pennsylvania, in a rural community, and at special times of the year, people would put things out in their front yard for decoration like reindeer at Christmas time. Around Easter time, there would be inflatable rabbits. I was always struck by the generosity of the neighbours in doing that, giving pleasure to other people in that way. One of the things that I'm most proud of is making work that lets viewers not feel intimidated by art, but feel that they can emotionally participate in it through their senses and their intellect and be fully engaged". Whether it is the seductive reflective surface, the intricate knots, creases, or twists, no detail of the work was compromised in rendering the Balloon Rabbit in porcelain. Born in 1955 in York, Pennsylvania, Jeff Koons is without question one of the most important living artists. He is among the few who successfully extract the essentials from avantgardism, most notably Pop Art. In his hands, even the most familiar, everyday items transcend commonality to become true icons that manifest the essence of American popular culture. Yet on a broader scope, we are presented with positive messages of acceptance and humanity, themes which resonate universally. Koons works are exhibited throughout the world and are found in numerous public and private collections. 11 1/2" x 5 1/2" x 8 1/4". Limited edition of 999. Porcelain. Made in France.
