
Gazing Balls
17 works

Balloon Animal - Rabbit (Violet) , Swan (Magenta) & Monkey (Orange), 2019
Porcelain with chromatic coating
Rabbit - 11 3/8 x 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 in (29 x 14 x 21 cm)Swan - 9 1/2 x 6 1/4 x 8 1/4 in (24 x 16 x 21 cm)Monkey - 9 7/8 x 8 1/4 x 15 3/8 in (25 x 21 x 39 cm)
Each from an edition of 999
Jeff Koons' balloon animals are perhaps some of his most iconic and recognizable works, embodying his unique blend of high and low culture, as well as his fascination with themes of consumerism, childhood innocence, and the banality of everyday objects. These sculptures, which are often made of stainless steel and meticulously crafted to resemble oversized versions of the balloons one might see at a child's birthday party, have captivated audiences around the world with their whimsical charm and profound depth.Koons' balloon animals, including his famous "Balloon Dog" series, take a familiar and universally recognized object—the balloon animal—and transform it into something monumental and enduring. By using materials like stainless steel, Koons elevates the ephemeral and fragile nature of the balloon to the realm of fine art, challenging traditional notions of value and permanence. Through his meticulous attention to detail and impeccable craftsmanship, Koons creates sculptures that are at once playful and profound, inviting viewers to reconsider their perceptions of art and the world around them.One of the key themes explored in Koons' balloon animals is the tension between appearance and reality. Despite their shiny, metallic exterior, these sculptures retain the playful and lighthearted spirit of their inflatable counterparts. This juxtaposition of materials and meanings encourages viewers to question the nature of authenticity and representation in contemporary culture, as well as the ways in which we assign value to objects based on their appearance.Koons' balloon animals also serve as a commentary on the pervasive influence of consumer culture and mass media in contemporary society. By appropriating images and objects from the world of advertising and popular culture, Koons blurs the boundaries between art and commerce, challenging viewers to consider the ways in which our desires and aspirations are shaped by the products we consume.In addition to their conceptual depth, Koons' balloon animals have also become symbols of joy, optimism, and celebration. Their bright colors and whimsical forms evoke a sense of childlike wonder and innocence, inviting viewers to embrace the simple pleasures of life and to revel in the beauty of the world around them.Overall, Jeff Koons' balloon animals represent a synthesis of art, commerce, and popular culture, embodying the artist's singular vision and his ongoing exploration of the boundaries between high and low art. Through these sculptures, Koons challenges viewers to reconsider their preconceptions about art and the world, inviting them to see beauty and meaning in the most unexpected of places.
Price on Application
Balloon Animals I (Yellow Swan, Blue Monkey, Red Rabbit) · Jeff Koons · Sotheby's · 2025-09 · $69,300
Balloon Animals II (Orange Monkey, Magenta Swan and Violet Rabbit) · Jeff Koons · Sotheby's · 2025-09 · $43,890
Balloon Animals Collector's Set · Jeff Koons · Ketterer Kunst · 2023-06 · $75,801
Balloon Swan (Magenta). Balloon Rabbit (Violet). Balloon Monkey (Orange) · Jeff Koons · Ketterer Kunst · 2022-12 · $44,834
Balloon Animals I (Yellow Swan, Blue Monkey, Red Rabbit) · Jeff Koons · Christie's · 2022-04 · $32,760
Balloon Animals Collector's Set · Jeff Koons · Ketterer Kunst · 2020-07 · $116,755
Balloon Animals I/Set of three, Rabbit, Monkey and Swan · Jeff Koons · Dorotheum · 2020-06 · $39,544
Balloon Animals II - Set of three, Rabbit, Monkey and Swan · Jeff Koons · Dorotheum · 2019-11 · $35,579


Jeff Koons
Ballerinas
2016

Jeff Koons
Balloon Animal - Rabbit (Red) , Swan (Yellow) & Monkey (Blue)
2017

Jeff Koons
Balloon Animals Collector's Set
2017-2019

Jeff Koons
Balloon Dog (Blue)
2002

Jeff Koons
Balloon Dog (Magenta)
2016

Jeff Koons
Balloon Dog (Orange)
2016

Jeff Koons
Balloon Dog (Red)
1995

Jeff Koons
Balloon Dog (Yellow)
2015

Jeff Koons
Balloon Monkey (Blue)
2017

Jeff Koons
Balloon Monkey (Orange)
2019

Jeff Koons
Balloon Rabbit (Red)
2017

Jeff Koons
Balloon Rabbit (Violet)
2019

Jeff Koons
Balloon Swan (Magenta)
2019

Jeff Koons
Balloon Swan (Yellow)
2017

Jeff Koons
Balloon Venus
2013

Jeff Koons
Blue Dog
2021

Jeff Koons
Diamond (Blue)
2023

Jeff Koons
Diamond (red)
2020

Jeff Koons
Inflatable Flower
1997

Jeff Koons
Kangaroo Mirror Box

Jeff Koons
Paddle Ball Game
2000

Jeff Koons
Puppy Vase
1998

Jeff Koons
Split Rocker Vase
2013

Jeff Koons prints for sale at Guy Hepner Gallery in New York include editions from his Celebration series, Banality works, and Balloon Dog imagery — as well as unique works on paper and rare multiples from across his career. For collectors seeking Jeff Koons art for sale, Guy Hepner at 177 Tenth Avenue, New York offers expert guidance, full provenance documentation, and access to authenticated Koons works across the full range of his edition and print output.
Jeff Koons (b. 1955, York, Pennsylvania) is one of the defining and most provocative figures of American art since the 1980s — an artist whose monumental, technically flawless works challenge the line between high art and popular culture, between desire and kitsch, between critique and celebration. Koons studied at the Maryland Institute College of Art in Baltimore and at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, before spending several years as a commodities broker on Wall Street — an experience that deepened his understanding of markets, desire, and the mechanics of perceived value. He began exhibiting in the early 1980s with The New series, placing mass-market vacuum cleaners in illuminated Plexiglas vitrines and presenting consumer goods as pristine, unreachable objects of desire.
His 1986 Statuary series — stainless steel sculptures cast from inflatable toys and novelty objects, their surfaces mirror-polished to an unearthly perfection — established the visual language that would define his career. The Rabbit, a stainless steel casting of an inflatable Easter bunny, is among the most discussed and reproduced sculptures in contemporary art.
Koons' career unfolds across a series of distinct campaigns, each representing a major conceptual and technical project:
Koons holds one of the most remarkable market records in contemporary art. Rabbit (1986) set a record of $91,075,000 at Christie's in May 2019 — at the time the highest price ever achieved at auction for a living artist. Balloon Dog (Orange) achieved $58,405,000 at Christie's in November 2013. Major Celebration series works consistently command eight-figure results. His prints and edition multiples — produced in partnership with leading publishers and offered in tightly limited editions — are among the most actively traded in the contemporary market, offering collectors access to his visual language at more accessible price points.
Edition prints featuring Balloon Dog, Celebration, and Banality imagery have traded between $15,000 and $200,000 at auction, depending on edition size, subject, condition, and provenance. Works on paper and unique studies are increasingly sought as collectors engage with the full range of his practice beyond the monumental sculptures.
Series: Celebration series prints and Balloon Dog imagery carry the strongest market demand and most consistent auction performance. Banality works have strong historical significance. Prints related to the Gazing Ball series are increasingly valued for their engagement with art history.
Edition size: Koons produces tightly limited editions; smaller runs and artist proofs command significant premium. Original publisher documentation and certificates of authenticity are essential.
Condition: Koons' prints are typically produced on premium substrates with archival inks; works maintained in UV-protected framing with stable storage hold value most reliably.
Provenance: Gallery provenance from Gagosian, Zwirner, or other authorised dealers strengthens value. Exhibition history and reproduction in major catalogues is a further value indicator.
Authenticity: Works should be authenticated through the Koons studio and supported by original publisher documentation. The technical specifications of Koons' prints are precisely documented, allowing for detailed verification.
Koons' work is held at the Whitney Museum of American Art, the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, MoMA, Tate Modern, The Broad in Los Angeles, and the Palace of Versailles, which hosted a landmark exhibition of his work in 2008. His Bouquet of Tulips sculpture was installed outside the Palais de Tokyo in Paris in 2019. Each institutional acquisition confirms his canonical position in contemporary art history and the enduring institutional demand for his work.
Guy Hepner has extensive experience placing Jeff Koons art for sale with collectors worldwide. Our gallery at 177 Tenth Avenue, New York brings particular strength to his prints, editions, and multiples, offering expert guidance on acquisition, valuation, and collection strategy. We bring transparent pricing, full provenance documentation, and direct access to the secondary market for Koons works at every price level.
Whether you are seeking Jeff Koons prints for sale in a specific series, a unique work on paper, or a major Celebration series multiple, Guy Hepner provides the authentication assurance, market expertise, and collector connections to support every acquisition. We offer free, confidential valuations for those looking to sell Koons works, and maintain active relationships with buyers at every level of the Koons market.