The artwork titled “Bear and Policeman,” created by Jeff Koons in 1988, is a wooden sculpture that belongs to the Neo-Pop Art and Conceptual Art movements.
The artwork depicts a vividly painted bear standing on its hind legs, adorned in a colorful, striped shirt, intimately engaging with a human figure dressed as a traditional British policeman. The bear, with an animated and cheerful expression, has one paw around the policeman’s shoulder, displaying a sense of camaraderie. The policeman, in full uniform including a helmet, stands attentively with hands clasped, looking up at the bear with a neutral expression. The piece exemplifies Jeff Koons’ characteristic style of blending whimsical subjects with a meticulous, polished finish, showcasing the playful yet thought-provoking essence of Neo-Pop Art.
