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"Puppy" is a large-scale topiary sculpture created by American artist Jeff Koons in 1992. The artwork depicts a West Highland White Terrier and is constructed from a stainless steel armature covered in a variety of live flowering plants. It stands over forty feet tall and utilizes an internal irrigation system to maintain the floral coating. The sculpture is most famously installed as a permanent fixture outside the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Spain, serving as a recognizable landmark for the institution.
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Who created the Puppy sculpture?
The famous Puppy sculpture was created by the American artist Jeff Koons. It was originally fabricated in 1992.
Where is the permanent installation of Jeff Koons' Puppy?
The permanent, 40-foot tall version of the terrier sculpture is located outside the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Spain. It has become an iconic landmark for the museum.
What makes Jeff Koons' Puppy a "flowering" sculpture?
The sculpture's exterior is completely covered in a steel substructure that holds thousands of living flowers. The specific flowers are changed seasonally, often featuring begonias, impatiens, and petunias.
Has Jeff Koons' Puppy been displayed anywhere other than Bilbao?
Yes, before finding its permanent home in Bilbao, temporary versions were displayed in Sydney, Australia, and at Rockefeller Center in New York City. The Guggenheim Foundation commissioned the permanent Bilbao piece.
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