KAWS Kaws

Companion (Brown), 2020

Painted Vynil

Open edition

Dimensions: 43…

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KAWS

Kaws Companion (Brown), 2020 Painted Vynil Open edition Dimensions: 43,5 x 22,5 x 8 cm

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Starting price 550 EUR

Kaws (1974) / Open Edition (Flayed): Flayed figurine, black and colored polychromed plastic (vinyl), articulated arms, marked "Kaws" and dated under the foot 16 for 2016, Medicom toy China, mint condition, H: 28 cm

Estim. 40 000 - 50 000 EUR

"KAWS", Brian Donnelly (New Jersey, 1974). "4FT Companion XXL", 2007. For Medicom Toy. Painted cast vinyl. Measurements: 128 x 60 x 30 cm. The most iconic sculpture of the American artist KAWS, "4FT Companion", acquires in this piece produced by Medicom Toy XXL proportions. The round-headed figure with large ears seems to be both inspired by and transgressing Mickey Mouse, whose cartoon eyes are replaced by a pair of Xs. The meaning of KAWS' work is deliberately open to interpretation. It can be seen as a critique of popular culture and consumerism. The Xs in the eyes can also symbolize censorship or mental blindness. However, the work can also be seen as a celebration of childhood and nostalgia. Brian Donnelly, known professionally as Kaws (stylized as KAWS), is an American artist and designer. His work includes repeated use of a cast of figurative characters and motifs, some of which date back to the beginning of his career in the 1990s, initially painted in 2D and later realized in 3D. Some of his characters are his own creations, while others are modified versions of existing icons.Kaws' sculptures range in size from a few centimeters to ten meters tall, and are made of various materials including fiberglass, aluminum, wood, bronze and an inflatable steel pontoon raft. His work is exhibited in galleries and museums, held in permanent collections in public institutions, and avidly collected by individuals, including music producer Swizz Beatz and rapper Pharrell Williams. Several books illustrating his work have been published. He lives and works in Brooklyn, New York, creating sculptures, acrylic paintings on canvas and silkscreen prints, while also collaborating commercially, predominantly on limited edition toys, but also on clothing, skateboards and other products.Kaws' work can be characterized by an emphasis on color and line, distinctive graphics, such as the repeated use of "x" in hands and eyes, and a reappropriation of pop culture icons such as Mickey Mouse, the Michelin Man, the Smurfs. Snoopy, and SpongeBob SquarePants. His characters are generally depicted in a timid or helpless pose often with their hands over their eyes.

Estim. 1 400 - 1 600 EUR

"KAWS", BRIAN DONNELLY (New Jersey, 1974) for Medicom Toy. "What Party". Open edition. Painted vinyl. Stamped signature of artist and publisher on soles. With original box. Measurements: 28 x 13 x 9 cm. The "companions" of this series could be seen in the exhibition "KAWS: What party", which took place at the Brooklyn Museum in New York in 2021. It brought together more than 100 works by the renowned artist KAWS (Brooklyn native). Among the wide range of Kaws' designs, the "Companions" stand out, figures inspired by the Mickey Mouse character, an icon the artist knows well since he began his career at Disney Studios working as an animator. His Companions also wear white gloves and the mouse's shoes, but instead of eyes they have two crosses. His iconography based on popular culture has not only focused on the figure of Mickey, but there are Companions based on Star Wars, SpongeBob SquarePants or Sesame Street characters. American artist and designer Kaws stands out for his distinctive work spanning several decades. His repertoire of characters and figurative motifs, some created by himself and others reinterpreted from existing icons, has left a unique mark on the contemporary art world. Kaws' sculptures exhibit an impressive diversity, ranging from diminutive dimensions to towering ten meters in height. Made from materials including fiberglass, aluminum, wood, bronze and even an ingenious inflatable steel pontoon raft, his creations are a fusion of technical innovation and artistic expression. Kaws' work has earned a place in galleries and museums, as well as in permanent collections of public institutions. It has also captured the attention of passionate collectors, including music producer Swizz Beatz and renowned rapper Pharrell Williams. Numerous books have been published to illustrate and analyze his powerful work. Based in Brooklyn, New York, Kaws not only creates sculptures, but also explores other art forms such as acrylic paintings on canvas and silkscreen prints. His influence extends into the commercial realm, where he has predominantly collaborated in the production of limited edition toys, as well as in the design of clothing, skateboards and other products. Kaws' distinctive style is characterized by a vibrant emphasis on color and line, as well as iconic graphics, such as the repeated inclusion of the "x" in the hands and eyes. His work is also notable for the clever reappropriation of pop culture icons, such as Mickey Mouse, the Michelin Man, the Smurfs, Snoopy and SpongeBob SquarePants.

Starting price 450 EUR

Kaws (1974) / Open Edition (Flayed): Figurine, pink-red polychromed plastic (vinyl), articulated arms, marked "Kaws" and dated under the foot 16 for 2016, Medicom toy China, mint condition with molded plastic packaging, H: 28 cm

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