The artwork, titled “Italian Woman,” was created by Jeff Koons in 1986. It belongs to the Neo-Pop Art movement and is classified as a sculpture. The medium used for this piece is ready-made steel.
The artwork is a detailed and stylized bust of a woman, presumably of Italian heritage, adorned with intricate garments and ornate decorations. The piece exemplifies Koons’ characteristic approach of transforming everyday objects into high art, highlighting both craftsmanship and materiality. The surface of the steel bust is polished, lending it a reflective quality and emphasizing its three-dimensional texture. The meticulously crafted details, including the woman’s attire and accessories, invite a closer examination, revealing the artist’s skillful manipulation of the medium. Through this sculpture, Koons encapsulates themes central to the Neo-Pop Art movement, exploring notions of consumerism, beauty, and cultural identity.