*APC ART is pleased to present one of the most iconic and sought-after sculptural works by contemporary art legend **KAWS**, the monumental figure titled **“Clean Slate” (Gray Variant).***

Produced by **Medicom Toy in cooperation with KAWS ONE**, this work is executed in **painted cast vinyl** and measures an impressive **14.25” x 8”**, making it **the largest and most commanding KAWS figure ever produced**. This example is from a **limited but undisclosed edition**, and is **brand new in the original Medicom box**, complete with all original packaging materials exactly as issued.

*“Clean Slate”* represents a pivotal moment in KAWS’ sculptural practice. The figure depicts the artist’s iconic Companion form holding a child, while another hangs at its side — a powerful meditation on **legacy, responsibility, vulnerability, and generational continuity**. Unlike the ironic detachment of earlier works, this sculpture conveys emotional gravity and maturity, marking it as one of the most conceptually important works KAWS has ever released.

The **gray variant** is widely regarded as **the most desirable and collectible colorway** of *Clean Slate*. Its restrained, monochromatic palette emphasizes form, silhouette, and emotion, allowing the sculpture’s meaning to take precedence over color. Collectors consistently favor this variant for its museum-ready presence and timeless aesthetic, and it is the version most frequently requested by serious KAWS collectors worldwide.

KAWS is unquestionably one of the most influential artists of the 21st century, having successfully bridged **street art, fine art, design, fashion, and global pop culture**. His works are collected by **major museums**, including MoMA, the Brooklyn Museum, the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, and Yuz Museum, as well as by **elite private collectors, musicians, athletes, and cultural leaders**. His auction results routinely reach seven figures, and his most important sculptural works are aggressively pursued on the secondary market.

From an acquisition standpoint, *“Clean Slate”* stands at the very top of KAWS’ sculptural hierarchy. As **the largest figure, the most emotionally resonant composition, and the most desirable colorway**, it represents a **blue-chip investment opportunity** within contemporary art and collectible sculpture. Demand continues to rise as examples disappear into long-term collections, while availability steadily declines.

The figure is **signed and dated by the artist in the plate**, further confirming its authenticity. The work is **in hand** and will **ship immediately from Miami Beach, USA**, carefully packed to preserve the original Medicom packaging.

A rare opportunity to acquire **KAWS’ most important and most coveted sculptural work**, in its **most desirable variant**, in **brand new, untouched condition**.

*OFFERED EXCLUSIVELY BY APC ART* 
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Provenance

Purchased direct from Dallas contemporary upon release in 2018. 

Included with the work is a COA from APC ART (with gallery’s blind stamp), guaranteeing authenticity in perpetuity. 

Condition
The work is brand new in the box. The work has been stored in a smoke free/pet free environment.