# Cartoonish Floral Sculptures Split-Rocker by Jeff Koons is Inspired by Two Sets of Toys By Meghan Young | Published 2014-06-03 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/splitrocker-by-jeff-koons References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2014/5/jeff-koons-split-rocker-sculpture-coming-to-new-yorks-30-rock) & [jeffkoons](http://www.jeffkoons.com/) In true form, Split-Rocker by Jeff Koons, an illustrious American artist born in York, Pennsylvania, is a cartoonish sculpture. But what sets it apart from his th majority of his previous creations such as his [inflated sculptures](http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeff-koons1) is the fact that it is carved out of floral bushes just like his previous [Puppy](http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puppy-by-jeff-koons) outdoor art installation. Originally located in Palais des Papes, Avignon, Split-Rocker by Jeff Koons has been recently installed at the Rockefeller Center in New York City. Made up of two halves, the 150-ton and37 feet high sculpture of both a toy pony and a toy dinosaur. In addition to the plants, it is made up of stainless steel, soil, geotextile fabric and an internal irrigation system. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Cartoonish Floral Sculptures:** There's an opportunity for artists and designers to create more cartoonish 3D sculptures using natural resources and materials like carved floral bushes. - **Inflated Sculptures:** There's an opportunity for artists and designers to create more inflatable sculptures that represent figures, shapes, and other designs. - **Outdoor Art Installations:** There's an opportunity to create more outdoor art installations that have a whimsical touch and are more interactive with the environment. ### Where This Applies - **Art & Design:** The art and design industry can create more unique sculpture designs using nontraditional materials and incorporating playful elements. - **Theme Parks & Recreation:** The theme parks and recreation industry can incorporate more whimsical and larger-than-life sculptures and designs to create immersive environments for guests. - **Agriculture & Floriculture:** The agriculture and floriculture industry can diversify their offerings by providing services to artists and designers who want to incorporate natural resources like floral bushes and plants into their creations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Playful Balloon Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keff-joons.md) - [Outdoor Floral Sculpture Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptures-at-kew-gardens.md) - [Temporary Public Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flower-market-20.md) - [Pop Artist-Designed Auction Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/850i-xdrive-gran-coupe.md) - [Artful Anime-Blending Split Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/split-bust.md) - [Monumental Air Installation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iwagumi-air-scape.md) - [Artist-Inspired Flower Puzzle Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/belgiandesigner.md) - [Balloon Dog Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balloon-dog-cake.md) - [Plush Flower Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cj-hendrys-flower-market.md)