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June 0409, 2022
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LOT 308

Lot 308

Takashi Murakami (1963- ) x HIKARU, Black and Gold Flower Plush Cushion

Takashi Murakami (1963- ) x HIKARU, Black and Gold Flower Plush Cushion
Lot 308 Details
Takashi Murakami (1963- ) x HIKARU, Black and Gold Flower Plush Cushion

村上隆(1963- ) HIKARU 联名黑金阴阳太阳花抱枕

Divided straight down the centre with one half lustrous gold and the other half matte black, twelve petals encircling a wide beaming face, the other reverse with a serene expression; nylon plush with metallic finish, sold in limited quantities (now out of production) only in Japan by Kaikai Kiki Co., Ltd.; 'as new' condition with original tags
带原出厂标签,由日本Kaikai Kiki有限公司生产发行,现已停产,此抱枕为全新品相
diameter 11.8 in — 30 cm

Estimate $300-$500

Realised: $600
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Takashi Murakami (1963- ) x HIKARU, Black and Gold Flower Plush Cushion
  • Takashi Murakami (1963- ) x HIKARU, Black and Gold Flower Plush Cushion
  • Takashi Murakami (1963- ) x HIKARU, Black and Gold Flower Plush Cushion
  • Takashi Murakami (1963- ) x HIKARU, Black and Gold Flower Plush Cushion
Note:

Takashi Murakami is arguably best-known for his designs of "smiling flowers", which has been transformed into a variety of mediums, one of which being the more easily consumable and collectible plush pillows. Murakami first developed his fascination with flowers in the 1980s as a schoolteacher, and the eventual culmination that became this iconic symbol represented pure joy and innocence. These plush creations can be found in the homes of art collectors and popular culture icons all around the world. For example, Murakami has sent the rapper Drake a stack of fuzzy flowers as a housewarming gift in 2018, and gifted the street artist Brian Donnelly, better known as KAWS, a giant six-foot flower pillow when he visited Murakami's studio in Japan.

For an identical example, please see 1st Dibs, Reference Number: LU160829149312
相同产品请参考1st Dibs, 序列号: LU160829149312

1st Dibs, Reference Number: LU160829149312

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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