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Jeff Koons: A Retrospective

June 27–Oct 19, 2014

A brightly-colored abstract painting by Jeff Koons. Balloons against a silver backdrop.
A brightly-colored abstract painting by Jeff Koons. Balloons against a silver backdrop.

Jeff Koons,Tulips, 1995–98. Oil on canvas; 111 3⁄8 x 131 in. (282.9 x 332.7cm). Private collection. © Jeff Koons

Jeff Koons is widely regarded as one of the most important, influential, popular, and controversial artists of the postwar era. Throughout his career, he has pioneered new approaches to the readymade, tested the boundaries between advanced art and mass culture, challenged the limits of industrial fabrication, and transformed the relationship of artists to the cult of celebrity and the global market. Yet despite these achievements, Koons has never been the subject of a retrospective surveying the full scope of his career. Comprising almost 150 objects dating from 1978 to the present, this exhibition will be the most comprehensive ever devoted to the artist’s groundbreaking oeuvre. By reconstituting all of his most iconic works and significant series in a chronological narrative, the retrospective will allow visitors to understand Koons’s remarkably diverse output as a multifaceted whole.

This exhibition will be the artist’s first major museum presentation in New York, and the first to fill nearly the entirety of the Whitney's Marcel Breuer building with a single artist’s work. It will also be the final exhibition to take place there before the Museum opens itsnew building in the Meatpacking District in 2015. 

Jeff Koons: A Retrospective is organized by Scott Rothkopf, Nancy and Steve Crown Family Curator and Associate Director of Programs.

The exhibition travels to the Centre Pompidou, Musée national d’art moderne, Paris (November 26, 2014–April 27, 2015) and to the Guggenheim Bilbao (June 12–September 27, 2015).


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The exhibition is sponsored by

Significant support is provided by Neil G. Bluhm; Steven A. and Alexandra M. Cohen Foundation, Inc.; Susan and John Hess; Cari and Michael J. Sacks; and the National Committee of the Whitney Museum of American Art.

Major support is provided by Anne Cox Chambers, Nancy C. and A. Steven Crown, Stefan Edlis and Gael Neeson, Lise and Michael Evans, Anne Dias Griffin and Kenneth Griffin, Dakis Joannou, Allison and Warren Kanders, Amy and John Phelan, Brett and Daniel Sundheim, and David Zwirner Gallery.

Generous support is provided by The Broad Art Foundation; Melva Bucksbaum and Raymond Learsy; Wendy Fisher; Mr. and Mrs. J. Tomilson Hill; Antonio Homem, Sonnabend Gallery; Miyoung Lee and Neil Simpkins; Liz and Eric Lefkofsky; Linda and Harry Macklowe; the Mugrabi Collection; Brooke and Daniel Neidich; Almine Rech Gallery; David Teiger; and Fern and Lenard Tessler.

This program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.

Opening Dinner sponsored by


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A brightly-colored abstract painting by Jeff Koons. Balloons against a silver backdrop.
A brightly-colored abstract painting by Jeff Koons. Balloons against a silver backdrop.

Jeff Koons,Tulips, 1995–98. Oil on canvas; 111 3⁄8 x 131 in. (282.9 x 332.7cm). Private collection. © Jeff Koons

This audio guide features commentary by artist Jeff Koons, Scott Rothkopf, the Whitney's Nancy and Steve Crown Family Curator and Associate Director of Programs, Michelle Kuo, editor of Artforum magazine, and Amy Adler, the Emily Kempin Professor at New York University Law School.

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  • Lobby of the Whitney with Koons statue in the background.
    Lobby of the Whitney with Koons statue in the background.

    Installation view of Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 17–October 19, 2014). Jeff Koons,Kiepenkerl, 1987. © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Koons's statue in the Whitney lobby.
    Koons's statue in the Whitney lobby.

    Installation view of Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 17–October 19, 2014). Jeff Koons,Kiepenkerl, 1987. © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Koons statue holding a blue ball taken from behind the entrance.
    Koons statue holding a blue ball taken from behind the entrance.

    Installation view of Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 17–October 19, 2014). Jeff Koons,Gazing Ball (Belvedere Torso), 2013. © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Two Koons statues with a blue ball balanced on their shoulders.
    Two Koons statues with a blue ball balanced on their shoulders.

    Installation view ofJeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 17–October 19, 2014). Jeff Koons,Gazing Ball (Belvedere Torso), 2013; Gazing Ball (Farnese Hercules), 2013. © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Three wall structures illuminated on a wall with installations in front.
    Three wall structures illuminated on a wall with installations in front.

    Installation view of Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Statues of flowers and other objects on floor and against the wall of the gallery.
    Statues of flowers and other objects on floor and against the wall of the gallery.

    Installation view of Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • For balloon flower sculptures on a white background.
    For balloon flower sculptures on a white background.

    Installation view ofJeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). Jeff Koons:Inflatable Flowers (Four Tall Purple with Plastic Figures). © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Doorway that looks into next exhibition room of Koons's work
    Doorway that looks into next exhibition room of Koons's work

    Installation view ofJeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Vacuums encased in glass and illuminated.
    Vacuums encased in glass and illuminated.

    Installation view ofJeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Suspend basketball sculpture with a window behind it.
    Suspend basketball sculpture with a window behind it.

    Installation view ofJeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). From left to right: Jeff Koons,One Ball Total Equilibrium Tank (Spalding Dr. J 241 Series), 1985; Snorkel (Shotgun), 1985. ©Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Basketball suspended in liquid with paintings behind it.
    Basketball suspended in liquid with paintings behind it.

    Installation view ofJeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27-October 19, 2014). From left to right: Jeff Koons,Moses, 1985; One Ball Total Equilibrium Tank (Spalding Dr. J 241 Series), 1985;The Dynasty on 34th Street, 1985. © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstut

  • Raft on the ground and basketball suspended in liquid.
    Raft on the ground and basketball suspended in liquid.

    Installation view ofJeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 17-October 19, 2014). From left to right:Jeff Koons, New Hoover Convertibles Green, Red, Brown, New Shelton Wet/Dry 10 Gallon Displaced Doubledecker, 1981-1987; One Ball Total Equilibrium Tank (Spalding Dr. J 241 Series), 1985;Lifeboat, 1985. © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Two installations sit in the exhibition space.
    Two installations sit in the exhibition space.

    Installation view of Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 17–October 19, 2014). © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • A train statue sits in the middle of an exhibition with art on surrounding walls.
    A train statue sits in the middle of an exhibition with art on surrounding walls.

    Installation view ofJeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz.

  • Train statue as centerpiece of gallery room.
    Train statue as centerpiece of gallery room.

    Installation view of Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Rabbit statue in the center of room with four other statues.
    Rabbit statue in the center of room with four other statues.

    Installation view of Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • View of gallery from behind the rabbit statue.
    View of gallery from behind the rabbit statue.

    Installation view of Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Colorful statues of animals and people.
    Colorful statues of animals and people.

    Installation view of Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Flowers in a vase as a statue in the middle of the gallery.
    Flowers in a vase as a statue in the middle of the gallery.

    Installation view of Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Colored mirrored shapes line the walls of the room.
    Colored mirrored shapes line the walls of the room.

    Installation view of Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • A mirror in the shape of a donkey reflecting artwork in the room.
    A mirror in the shape of a donkey reflecting artwork in the room.

    Installation view of Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). From left to right: Jeff Koons,Donkey, 1999; Split-Rocker (Orange/Red), 1999. © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Bust of a man in front of window at the Whitney.
    Bust of a man in front of window at the Whitney.

    Installation view of Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). Jeff Koons,Self-Portrait, 1991. © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Large painting hangs on a wall behind the statue of an elephant.
    Large painting hangs on a wall behind the statue of an elephant.

    Installation view of Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). From left to right: Jeff Koons,Lips, 2000; Elephant, 2003. © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Two large artworks hang in the corner of the gallery.
    Two large artworks hang in the corner of the gallery.

    Installation view of Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). From left to right: Jeff Koons,Loopy, 1999; Sandwiches, 2000. © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Large mound of play doh statue with artwork on both sides.
    Large mound of play doh statue with artwork on both sides.

    Installation view of Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). From left to right: Jeff Koons,Moon (Light Pink), 1995-2000; Play-Doh, 1994-2014; Cake, 1995-97. © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz.

  • Purple heart hanging from the ceiling with painting behind it.
    Purple heart hanging from the ceiling with painting behind it.

    Installation view of Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). Jeff Koons,Cake, 1995-97; Hanging Heart (Violet/Gold), 1994-2006. © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Golden balloon dog stands in the middle of room.
    Golden balloon dog stands in the middle of room.

    Installation view of Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). From left to right: Jeff Koons,Cat on a Clothesline (Aqua), 1994-2001; Balloon Dog (Yellow), 1994-2000; Boy with Pony, 1995-2008. © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Float animals in chairs statue with two artworks on the walls.
    Float animals in chairs statue with two artworks on the walls.

    Installation view of Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Hulk hogan organ stands near a large artwork on a wall.
    Hulk hogan organ stands near a large artwork on a wall.

    Installation view of Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). From left to right: Jeff Koons,Geisha, 2007; Hulk (Organ), 2004-14. © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Incredible Hulk organ.
    Incredible Hulk organ.

    Installation view of Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). Jeff Koons,Hulk (Organ), 2004-14. © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Gorilla statue stands next to large painting.
    Gorilla statue stands next to large painting.

    Installation view of Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). From left to right: Jeff Koons,Dutch Couple, 2007; Gorilla, 2006-11. © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Hulk statue stands near cracked bell.
    Hulk statue stands near cracked bell.

    Installation view of Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). From left to right: Jeff Koons, Hulk (Organ), 2004-14; Liberty Bell, 2006-14. © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Statues stand in a room
    Statues stand in a room

    Installation view of Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). From left to right: Jeff Koons,Antiquity (Manet), 2011-14; Pluto and Proserpina, 2010-13; Balloon Venus (Orange), 2008-12. © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Two reflective statues stand in a room with artwork behind them.
    Two reflective statues stand in a room with artwork behind them.

    Installation view ofJeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz.

  • Statue stands in the middle of the room with paintings behind it.
    Statue stands in the middle of the room with paintings behind it.

    Installation view of Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Popeye statue flexing his muscle outside of museum.
    Popeye statue flexing his muscle outside of museum.

    Installation view ofJeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). From left to right: Jeff Koons, Popeye, 2009–12; Woman Reclining, 2010–14. © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz.

  • Popeye statue holding flowers.
    Popeye statue holding flowers.

    Installation view of Jeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). From left to right:Jeff Koons, Popeye, 2009–12; Woman Reclining, 2010–14. © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

  • Flowers in a statue of a man and woman.
    Flowers in a statue of a man and woman.

    Installation view ofJeff Koons: A Retrospective (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 27–October 19, 2014). © Jeff Koons. Photograph by Ronald Amstutz

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In the News

"He's a marvelous artist . . . a master with formidable aesthetic intelligence and a very great deal of nerve."
—The New Yorker (audio slide show)

"Lucid, challenging, brilliantly installed"
—The New York Times

"The perfect final show for the Whitney’s building."
—New York Magazine

"The Whitney show makes a strong case for the rigor and, often, the beauty of Koons’s art, justifying the avidity of the collectors for whom his works are coveted trophies."
—The New Yorker

"At 59, Mr. Koons may be one of the most famous living artists around—and the most expensive at auction. . . . But this will be the first time American audiences will see the sweep of his more than three-decade career in one gulp, 1978 to the present."
—The New York Times

"Jeff Koons, Man of the Hour"
—W Magazine


By the Numbers: The Facts and Figures Behind Jeff Koons’s Massive, Awe-Inspiring Show at the Whitney
—T Magazine

Video: "Jeff Koons' Philosophy of Perfection"
—Nowness

"If you’ve been having trouble sleeping lately, it’s probably due to the unquenchable feeling of excitement and anticipation roiling the city—if not the world—in the lead up to the Whitney Museum’sJeff Koons: A Retrospective."
—Gallerist

"What Inspires Me Is Feeling" by Jeff Koons
—Art in America

"How to Make a Koons"
—Vanity Fair

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