Jeff Koons

Jeffrey Lynn Koons (born January 21, 1955) is an American artist known for his sculptures and work with popular culture. He gained recognition for his stainless steel sculptures depicting everyday objects, such as balloon animals, with mirror-finish surfaces. Koons has lived and worked in both New York City and his hometown of York, Pennsylvania. His artworks have fetched substantial prices at auctions, setting records for a living artist. Critics have contrasting opinions about his work, with some considering it pioneering and important in art history, while others view it as kitsch and self-merchandising. Koons has stated that his works do not contain hidden meanings or critiques. Born in York, Pennsylvania, Koons grew up in a family involved in furniture and interior decoration.