Jeff Koons: Tulips (1995–2004)

Jeff Koons' Tulips (1995–2004) is a monumental sculpture from his acclaimed Celebration series, prominently featured in the collection of The Broad museum in Los Angeles. The work transforms a simple bouquet of seven colorful tulips into an oversized, hyper-realistic balloon-like arrangement, blending childhood innocence with industrial precision.

Crafted from mirror-polished stainless steel with a transparent color coating, the piece measures approximately 80 × 180 × 205 inches (over 6 feet tall and 16 feet wide), making it one of the grandest and most technically complex objects in the series. Its seamless, reflective surface creates an illusion of lightweight, inflatable forms while permanently capturing the ephemeral joy of celebration. The vibrant petals and twisted stems interact dynamically with light and surroundings, producing ever-changing reflections that engage viewers.


One of five unique versions, Tulips entered The Broad's collection in 2007 and is typically displayed on the third-floor galleries. Koons has described his balloon sculptures as referencing internal body organs alongside themes of desire, consumerism, and permanence. The work's playful yet provocative nature makes it a visitor favorite, often inspiring selfies amid the museum's bright, open architecture.

Distinct from Koons' later public Bouquet of Tulips in Paris, this earlier piece exemplifies his signature style: accessible, dazzling, and conceptually layered.

Jeff Koons' Tulips (1995–2004). The Broad, Los Angeles, February 17, 2026.