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Arts and Culture

Jeff Koons’ Porcelain Series at Gagosian Gallery

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Aphrodite Sculpture Detail (Photo By Gail)

In the two decades I’ve been writing this website, Jeff Koons is probably the living artist I’ve covered the most — and that’s because I genuinely love his work. I know he gets a lot of criticism, and not all of it is undeserved, but even when I have my own reservations, I still give him a pass. His work is unique, beautiful, monumental, and often very funny. I’m not about to apologize for the fact that he’s one of my two favorite living artists. So when he has a show in New York, I’m there — every time — ready to experience that particular spark of genius he brings.

aphrodite by jeff koons front photo by gail worley

Braving some truly unfriendly winter weather, I recently made my way to Gagosian Gallery to see The Porcelain Series, Koons’ latest exhibition. Any time I’m in the presence of his mirror-finished sculptures, I swoon a little, so this was not something I was going to miss. The show brings together new and recent sculptures alongside a selection of abstract paintings, all centered around his ongoing Porcelain Series.
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Arts and Culture

Modern Art Monday Presents: Martin Kippenberger, Disco Bomb

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martin kippenberger disco bomb photo by gail worley
Photo By Gail

At first glance, Disco Bomb (1989) looks like a joke you might spot after midnight: a mirrored disco ball topped with a synthetic orange wig. But in the hands of German artist Martin Kippenberger (1953 – 1997) , that punchline becomes a pointed meditation on surface, identity, and cultural excess.
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Design and Innovation

Pink Thing Of The Day: Pink Mirrored Mosaic Skull

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Photo By Gail

While wandering the aisles at Michael’s craft store this week, I spotted a dazzling sight: a Mirrored Mosaic Skull in a shocking shade of Hot Pink, shimmering like a Disco Ball meets Día de los Muertos. Yes, Michael’s already has their Halloween decorations on display — which is no surprise to anyone who knows the retail holiday schedule — but this particular find instantly caught my eye for reasons beyond spooky season. Continue reading Pink Thing Of The Day: Pink Mirrored Mosaic Skull →

Design and Innovation

Eye On Design: Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann and Jean Dunand Chinoise Dressing Table

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The Art Deco movement of the 1920s left an indelible mark on the world of design, epitomizing the perfect balance between modernity and timeless aesthetics. This Chinoise Dressing Table (1927) is a collaborative masterpiece from the partnership of  Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann (one of the most important figures in the Art Deco movement.) and Jean Dunand (the most important lacquer artist of the Art Deco period)  which stands as a testament to their exceptional talent. Recently auctioned at Sotheby’s in New York City, this extraordinary Chinoise Dressing Table shines as a treasured reminder of an opulent past. Continue reading Eye On Design: Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann and Jean Dunand Chinoise Dressing Table →

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Pink Thing of The Day: Pink Mosaic Mirrored Mushroom

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Disco Ball Mushroom (Photo By Gail)

It was at the recent Coffee Fest New York that I spotted this fabulous Mosaic Mirrored Mushroom, in a soothing shade of  Pink, which was part of the booth display for Renude brand coffee beverages.  With a slogan like “Live Long, Die Pretty!” perhaps you will want to know more about them by clicking on that hyperlink in the previous sentence!