Snorkel (Shotgun) (1985; United States) by Jeff Koons

Snorkel (Shotgun) - Jeff Koons - 1985; United States

Artwork Information

TitleSnorkel (Shotgun)
ArtistJeff Koons
Date1985; United States
Mediumbronze
Art MovementNeo-Pop Art,Conceptual Art

About Snorkel (Shotgun)

The artwork “Snorkel (Shotgun),” created by Jeff Koons in 1985 in the United States, is a bronze sculpture associated with the Neo-Pop Art and Conceptual Art movements. This piece is a striking example of Koons’ ability to transform mundane objects into thought-provoking works of art.

The artwork depicts a detailed, life-sized representation of a snorkel, crafted entirely from bronze. The realistic rendering and smooth, polished finish of the material give it a paradoxical sense of both familiarity and displacement. The sculpture retains the shape and contours of a typical snorkel, complete with a mouthpiece and the characteristic bend of the respiratory tube, but the choice of medium elevates it from everyday functionality to artistic symbolism. The word “SHOTGUN” is prominently inscribed on the lower part of the snorkel, further inviting contemplation and interpretation. The bronze material lends the piece a weighty, enduring quality, contrasting with the usually lightweight and utilitarian nature of actual snorkels.

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