# Sitcom-Referencing Contemporary Art This Yoko Ono-Curated Work References a Line from The Simpsons By Joey Haar | Published 2016-10-27 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yoko-ono References: [theverge](http://www.theverge.com/2016/10/27/13433304/yoko-ono-perfume-hat-art-exhibit) & [twitter](https://twitter.com/TheFutureHeart/status/787732672458199041/photo/1?ref_src=twsrc^tfw) Though Yoko Ono is perhaps best known to the general public for her relationship with John Lennon, she is a titan of the avant garde art world -- one of the most respected figures of the past half-century, in fact. But considering the self-seriousness of contemporary art, Ono has a surprisingly sharp sense of humor, as a reference to 'The Simpsons' in her latest exhibit shows. In an early episode of 'The Simpsons,' a caricature of Ono orders a drink next to Barney. While Barney orders a beer, Ono orders "a single plum, floating in perfume, served in a man's hat," a jab at the artist's pomposity. However, Ono seems to have enjoyed the joke, as one of the pieces in her exhibit is just that: a plum, floating in perfume, served in a bowler cap. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Humorous Art References:** As demonstrated by Yoko Ono's exhibit, there is a trend of contemporary artists incorporating references to pop culture and humor in their works. - **Avant Garde Mainstream Appeal:** Yoko Ono's successful career in the avant garde art world and her incorporation of pop culture references demonstrates a trend of making experimental art accessible to a broader audience. - **Interdisciplinary Collaborations:** Yoko Ono's curation of contemporary art pieces that reference popular culture and humor suggests an increasing trend towards interdisciplinary collaborations between artists and entertainment media creators. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Contemporary Art:** The incorporation of pop culture references and humor in contemporary art reflects an opportunity for artists to experiment with more accessible styles and broaden their audience and appeal. - **Entertainment Media:** As demonstrated by Yoko Ono's exhibit, entertainment media creators could benefit from collaborating with artists to create cross-disciplinary works that appeal to a broader audience. - **Comedy:** The successful inclusion of humor in Yoko Ono's exhibit suggests an opportunity for comedians and comedy writers to explore collaborations with contemporary artists in creating innovative works. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Raunchy Anime-Inspired Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manuela-soto-sosa.md) - [Pop Art Factory Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-campbells-soup.md) - [Artist-Focused Luxury Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yayoi-kusama-1.md) - [Pop Art Legend-Honoring Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keiichi-tanaami-1.md) - [Animated Streetwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-simpsons-x-family-mart.md) - [Human Connection-Themed Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satellite-exhibition.md) - [Peace-Centric Oversized Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peace-head.md) - [Apocalypse Post Pandemic Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-urban-art.md) - [Glamorous Artful Bronze Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-jane.md)