The artwork titled “Dogpool (Panties)” by Jeff Koons, created in 2003 in the United States, is a steel sculpture that forms part of the Neo-Pop Art movement. This specific piece belongs to the “Popeye” series and falls under the genres of both sculpture and installation.
The artwork depicts an inflatable pool designed in the form of a cartoonish dog, suspended from the ceiling by bright red chains. The dog is rendered in a playful manner with exaggerated features such as large, blue eyes and black spots. Moreover, the interior of the pool portrays an image of a person in pink panties, introducing a provocative element. The use of steel to replicate the appearance of an inflatable toy exemplifies Koons’ fascination with the transformation of ordinary objects into high art, while incorporating vivid colors and whimsical themes characteristic of the Neo-Pop Art style.
