Antiquity 3 (2009 – 2011) by Jeff Koons

Antiquity 3 - Jeff Koons - 2009 - 2011

Artwork Information

TitleAntiquity 3
ArtistJeff Koons
Date2009 - 2011
Art MovementNeo-Pop Art

About Antiquity 3

“Antiquity 3” is a piece by artist Jeff Koons, created between 2009 and 2011. This artwork belongs to the Neo-Pop Art movement and can be categorized as both a nude painting and a mythological painting.

The artwork juxtaposes classical imagery with contemporary elements, embodying a complex interplay between past and present. It features classical statues of nude figures positioned in the background, invoking imagery from antiquity. In contrast to these serene marble figures, the foreground displays a modern, provocative scene of a woman riding an inflatable dolphin and holding a stuffed toy. The vibrancy and modernity of the woman’s attire and the inflatable toy starkly contrast with the timeless, stoic nature of the statues, creating a dynamic tension within the composition. The artwork elicits contemplation on themes such as consumerism, sexuality, and the blend of historical and modern cultural imagery. The whimsical elements, combined with classical references, are emblematic of Jeff Koons’ signature style, which often melds high and low culture in thought-provoking ways.

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