The artwork titled “Gazing Ball (Belvedere Torso)” was created by Jeff Koons in 2013 in the United States. It is a sculpture crafted from ready-made materials, glass, and plaster, and is classified under the Neo-Pop Art and Conceptual Art movements.
The artwork presents a contemporary reinterpretation of the classical Belvedere Torso, a famous ancient sculpture. Jeff Koons juxtaposes this iconic form with a vibrant blue gazing ball positioned atop the torso, thus merging historical artistic heritage with modern, reflective elements. The blue sphere, in contrast with the off-white plaster body, invites viewers to ponder the interplay between past and present, as well as the fusion of high art and everyday objects characteristic of Koons’ work. This piece exemplifies the conceptual depth and aesthetic boldness typical of the Neo-Pop Art movement.
