Necklace - Balloon Dog Bling Necklace, Gold Plated with Zircon

Balloon Dog Bling Necklace: A Party Shape With Sparkle

This Balloon Dog bling necklace adds cubic zirconia to a gold-plated pendant. The stones trace the looping body and catch light as you move. It is a sparkling dog necklace that nods to a famous museum piece.

Jeff Koons made his Balloon Dog sculptures from stainless steel polished to a mirror. The Pinault Collection records its Magenta version as dated 1994 to 2000. It belongs to the Celebration series, which gives a small festive object a monumental form. This zircon balloon dog pendant is a tiny cousin of that idea.

Product Details

• Material: 18K gold-plated pendant with cubic zirconia accents
• Pendant size: 5/8 in H x 3/4 in W x 1/4 in D
• Weight: 1 oz
• Chain: 18 in gold-plated chain with extender to 20 in
• Clasp: Lobster claw
• Product number: EV1000

Where the Balloon Dog Begins

Balloon animals come from children's parties and street corners. They last a few minutes. Koons made one permanent in steel and gave it a glossy colored coating.

The idea was simple and bold. Fine art could borrow the shine of a toy. The same spirit lives on in this Jeff Koons jewelry piece, where tiny stones answer the polished steel.

A Balloon Dog bling necklace brings a little glamour to a playful shape. This zircon balloon dog pendant sparkles at every angle. Fans of Jeff Koons jewelry will enjoy the extra shine.

Wearing and Caring for the Necklace

Keep it away from water and perfume to protect the gold plating and the stones. Store it in a soft pouch so it does not scratch. The 18 in chain with its 20 in extender suits most necklines.

Wear the Balloon Dog bling necklace on its own for a bright accent. The sparkling dog necklace also layers well with a plain chain. A Balloon Dog bling necklace suits evening and daytime looks. This zircon balloon dog pendant has a small, three-dimensional body. Anyone who follows Jeff Koons jewelry will see the family resemblance. A sparkling dog necklace is a light-hearted nod to modern art.

More pieces inspired by twentieth century art are in our modern art collection. Browse our museum jewelry collection for other museum-inspired designs.

Jeff Koons and Neo-Pop

Jeff Koons (born 1955) is an American artist known for polished, oversized versions of everyday objects. His Celebration series includes balloon animals, hearts and party shapes. Critics often place him in the Neo-Pop tradition that grew from Andy Warhol.

For More Reading from the Web

• See the mirror-polished Magenta Balloon Dog, with its date, materials and size. Balloon Dog (Magenta) - Pinault Collection
• Read an overview of the whole Balloon Dog series. Balloon Dog - Wikipedia