Whatshisname 'Anatomical Balloon Dog' Sculpture Available

Artist: Whatshisname
Title: Anatomical Balloon Dog
Medium: Polyresin Sculpture
Size: 17 x 15 x 6 cm
Edition: 190
Price: £260

  

Whatshisname is the professional alias of Sebastian Burdon, a creative visionary born in Poland who later established his permanent residence and studio in the United Kingdom. His artistic journey began with a strong foundation in digital arts and graphic design, eventually transitioning into the realm of three-dimensional sculpture. By integrating sophisticated software with traditional manufacturing techniques, he challenges the traditional boundaries of creative expression. His work is characterized by a playful yet provocative exploration of popular culture, often reimagining familiar childhood icons in unexpected or humorous contexts.

The artist gained significant international recognition for his innovative balloon dog sculptures, which offer a satirical commentary on modern aesthetics. Unlike typical representations of these figures, his versions often depict the animals in candid or irreverent poses, forcing viewers to confront the mundane realities of life through a whimsical lens. Beyond his physical sculptures, he is a pioneer in the digital art space, experimenting with high-technology mediums to push the limits of how art is consumed and perceived.

Throughout his career, Burdon has maintained a philosophy that art should be accessible and engaging rather than elitist or exclusionary. His pieces are frequently displayed in major urban centers and prestigious galleries across the globe, appealing to a wide demographic of collectors and enthusiasts. By blending a sharp sense of humor with impeccable technical skill, he continues to be a prominent figure in the British art scene, consistently delivering works that provoke thought while maintaining a lighthearted spirit. His Polish heritage combined with his British professional background provides a unique perspective that informs his diverse portfolio.

Jeff Koons 'Balloon Dog' (Blue) Poster Available

Artist: Jeff Koons
Title: Balloon Dog (Blue)
Medium: Poster
Size: 20 x 30 Inches
Edition: UNSURE
Price: $500

Jeff Koons is a prominent American artist born in York, Pennsylvania, in 1955. He is widely recognized for his large-scale sculptures that explore popular culture, mass media, and the concept of kitsch. After studying at the Maryland Institute College of Art and the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Koons worked as a commodities broker on Wall Street to fund his early creative projects. His professional ascent began in the 1980s when he gained notoriety for placing vacuum cleaners in fluorescent-lit plexiglass cases. This early work challenged the boundaries between high art and everyday consumer products, setting the stage for a career defined by technical precision and polarizing themes.

Koons is perhaps best known for his Celebration series, which features monumental stainless steel sculptures of balloon animals. These works, such as the famous Balloon Dog, utilize high-mirror polishes to reflect the viewer and the surrounding environment, creating an immersive experience. His artistic process is notoriously meticulous, often involving large teams of assistants and advanced engineering to achieve a flawless finish. Beyond inflatable aesthetics, he has worked with various media, including porcelain, wood, and oil paint. His Puppy sculpture, a massive topiary of a West Highland White Terrier covered in thousands of live flowers, remains one of his most beloved public installations. Throughout his career, Koons has consistently pushed the limits of fabrication and commercialism, remaining a central figure in the global art market while sparking ongoing debates about the nature of taste and the value of art in modern society.

VeeBee 'Balloon Dog' Framed Print Available

Artist: VeeBee
Title: Balloon Dog
Medium: Giclee Print on PlexiGlass
Size: 45 x 45 cm
Edition: 50
Price: £550

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*love the fade in the balloon

Jeff Koons Red 'Balloon Dog' Available

Here is a wicked trademark piece of art from 1995 called Red 'Balloon Dog' by artist Jeff Koons. This is a 11.5 x 11.5 inch porcelain balloon dog number 11 of an edition size of 2400, comes signed and numbered by the artist for $9,500 each. Email Alex - ajones@gallery618.com

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Jeff Koons' Epic Failed 'Balloon Dog' Lawsuit vs Park Life

Among the items San Francisco gallery and store Park Life stocked for holiday gifts was that most innocent of objects — a bookend in the shape of a balloon dog, made by a company based in Toronto but right before Christmas, Park Life co-owner Jamie Alexander received an unusual Christmas present. Lawyers for artist Jeff Koons sent a letter asking Park Life to stop selling and advertising the balloon dog bookends, return them to some mutually agreed upon address, tell Koons how many have been sold and disclose the maker of said bookends — a fact, Alexander said, that could easily be found via Google. Koons staked his claim on one of his most famous projects from the past few years, the shiny and large "Balloon Dog," which was shown in New York and France, among other places. Artists, of course, have every reason to protect their rights, but this legal threat brings up an interesting question: Can one copyright a balloon animal? And how does an artist who has been repeatedly sued for inappropriately using others' copyrighted images get off attacking Park Life? Alexander pulled the bookends from the Parklife store and its website but doesn't agree with the cease-and-desist order. "This man can't own something that existed before him," Alexander said. The main issue in artist copyright, according to San Francisco lawyer Simon Frankel of Covington & Burling LLP, a firm not attached to the case, is the protection of individual expression. On the one hand, the balloon dog bookend is unquestionably like Koons' "Balloon Dog"; on the other, they both look like any children's birthday party balloon animal. "The idea that Jeff Koons would have an exclusive right to make objects in the shape of a balloon dog simply because he made one is surprising and inconsistent … with copyright law," said Frankel, noting that by that logic, Koons could also pursue legal action against balloon artists everywhere. The bookend's manufacturer, imm Living, declined to comment beyond stating it would fight the cease-and-desist letter, which it also received. The company's goods are sold in more than 700 stores in the United States. Alexander said Park Life isn't planning any legal action, having sold only a handful of the objects for $55 each, and awaits word from imm Living. "The thing is, Jeff Koons has based his whole career on appropriating pop culture," he said. "That's fine, but don't sue someone else for doing the same thing."

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