Sompex - Table lamp - Textile, Chrome plated - Balloon Dog
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Balloon Dog lamp with a chrome finish and textile construction, dating from 2010–2020, measuring 36 cm wide, 30 cm high and 14 cm deep, in excellent condition and in working order.
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Balloon Dog Lamp
Estimated age: 21st century (post-2000)
Materials: Chrome-plated metal (probably a metal alloy)
Historical significance: This lamp is a replica of a famous artwork. It draws inspiration from Jeff Koons' "Balloon Dog" sculptures, which have become icons of contemporary art and Pop Art. These works symbolize popular culture, abundance, and childhood, while questioning notions of artistic and commercial value. The lamp reprises this playful and recognizable aesthetic.
The original Jeff Koons "Balloon Dogs" are monumental sculptures made of polished stainless steel with a mirror finish. The original Jeff Koons work has been sold at auction for millions of dollars. This type of lamp is often mass-produced, imitating the style of artworks for broader access. The reflective chrome finish is a key feature that catches light and the surroundings.
Style: Pop Art, Contemporary
Balloon Dog Lamp
Estimated age: 21st century (post-2000)
Materials: Chrome-plated metal (probably a metal alloy)
Historical significance: This lamp is a replica of a famous artwork. It draws inspiration from Jeff Koons' "Balloon Dog" sculptures, which have become icons of contemporary art and Pop Art. These works symbolize popular culture, abundance, and childhood, while questioning notions of artistic and commercial value. The lamp reprises this playful and recognizable aesthetic.
The original Jeff Koons "Balloon Dogs" are monumental sculptures made of polished stainless steel with a mirror finish. The original Jeff Koons work has been sold at auction for millions of dollars. This type of lamp is often mass-produced, imitating the style of artworks for broader access. The reflective chrome finish is a key feature that catches light and the surroundings.
Style: Pop Art, Contemporary
Details
Specific region of origin
Dusseldorf
Era
After 2000
Title additional information
Balloon Dog
Number of objects
1
Material
Chrome plated, Textile
Manufacturer/brand
Sompex
Country of origin
Germany
Style
Contemporary
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
In working order
Yes
Height
30 cm
Width
36 cm
Depth
14 cm
Weight
1 kg
Colour
Silver
Number Of Fittings
1
Estimated period
2010-2020
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