While in Paris last September, Associate Professor Fabienne Moore toured the exhibition of American artist Jeff Koons' work on display in the famous palace of Versailles. This sculpture, titled "Balloon Flower," is one of many that provoked controversy throughout France due to the subject matter and agenda of the artist.
Moore intends to share the photos with her advanced French students to discuss some of the issues raised -- such as the parallels between the extravagance of Versailles and the aesthetics of today's wealthy elite.
- Krysten Mayfair
To view a New York Times slideshoow of Koons' sculptures, click here.
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See a slideshow of Jeff Koons sculptures at Versailles.