The artwork, named “Floor Cone,” was created by Claes Oldenburg in 1962. Belonging to the Pop Art movement, this piece is classified under the sculpture genre.
“Floor Cone” demonstrates Oldenburg’s affinity for taking everyday objects and rendering them in novel, often larger-than-life forms. This sculpture, representing an ice-cream cone, is comprised of materials that give it a soft, pliable appearance despite its sizeable proportions. The cone portion is depicted in a warm, sandy hue, while the scoop of ice cream is a soft green. The chosen colors and textures evoke a sense of whimsy and playfulness, characteristic of Pop Art. The sculpture’s form and scale invite the viewer to reconsider the ordinary, transforming a simple food item into a monumental and engaging piece of art.
