The artwork “Antiquity (Daughters of Leucippus)” by Jeff Koons, created between 2010 and 2012 in the United States, is an oil painting that belongs to the Neo-Pop Art movement and falls within the digital genre.
This artwork demonstrates a juxtaposition of classical aesthetics with contemporary elements. It portrays figures inspired by classical antiquity, notably statuesque female forms, traditionally sculpted in a manner reminiscent of Greco-Roman art. Superimposed prominently in the center is the iconic Superman emblem, which disrupts the classical composition with its bold, graphic presence. This collision of historical and pop culture imagery is enhanced by abstract, gestural strokes that traverse the composition. The background depicts mythological themes and characters on horseback, blending seamlessly with the modern interventions by Koons, thus creating a layered narrative that speaks to the dialogue between past and present artistic expressions.
