{"product_id":"gone-portfolio","title":"GONE (Portfolio)","description":"\u003cp\u003e*APC ART is pleased to present an iconic and museum-grade portfolio by KAWS (Brian Donnelly), titled “GONE”, from the celebrated GONE portfolio.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exceptional work is a *screenprint on Arches Aquarelle 300gsm fine art paper*, measuring *15” x 17”*, and is *hand signed and hand numbered by KAWS in graphite pencil* from the edition of *only 750*. The print exemplifies KAWS’ mastery of restraint, emotion, and form—rendered in subtle grayscale tones that elevate the composition into a timeless meditation on loss, companionship, and empathy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncluded with this portfolio is the *limited edition exhibition catalogue* for *“KAWS: Companionship in the Age of Loneliness”* presented at *NGV Victoria*, one of the most important institutional exhibitions of KAWS’ career. Also included is a *hardcover copy of “Companionship in the Age of Loneliness”, hand signed and hand numbered by KAWS*, with the number *corresponding directly to the print*. All elements are housed within the original *publisher-issued clamshell portfolio*, preserving the integrity and provenance of the complete set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKAWS—born *Brian Donnelly*—is one of the most influential contemporary artists of the 20th and 21st centuries. Rising from the New York graffiti scene, he redefined the boundaries between fine art, street culture, and commercial imagery. His work has achieved historic milestones, including *“Seeing \/ Watching”*, the *only permanent public sculpture by a Western contemporary artist in China*, as well as landmark institutional exhibitions at the *Andy Warhol Museum*, NGV Victoria, the Brooklyn Museum, and beyond. His influence and cultural penetration have drawn inevitable comparisons to *Andy Warhol*, both in terms of mass recognition and lasting institutional relevance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKAWS’ work is collected by *major museums, world-class private collectors, musicians, athletes, and global cultural figures*, and his editions and portfolios consistently demonstrate strong secondary-market performance. His signature motifs—*COMPANION, BFF, X-eyes, gloved hands, and simplified anatomy*—have become among the most recognizable visual languages in contemporary art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“GONE” is widely regarded as one of KAWS’ most emotionally resonant compositions. The central figure of *COMPANION* cradling *BFF* evokes a somber yet deeply human narrative of grief, protection, and solidarity. The imagery has been frequently compared to *Michelangelo’s Pietà*, drawing a direct parallel between classical art history and contemporary emotional expression. Like Mary mourning Christ, Companion’s posture conveys both devastation and devotion, transforming pop iconography into something profoundly universal and timeless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis brand new, complete portfolio is *in hand* and represents a *superb investment opportunity*, as well as a cornerstone acquisition for even the most discerning contemporary art collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*We are pleased to offer archival framing options.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*OFFERED EXCLUSIVELY BY APC ART* \u003cbr\u003e*MIA. ATL. NYC. LA. LONDON. PARIS. TOKYO.*\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003clabel class=\"ControlGroup__Title-sc-2587cfb4-1 iJgrdA\"\u003eProvenance\u003c\/label\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ControlGroup__Description-sc-2587cfb4-2 deluFC\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIncluded with the work will be all original provenance as provided by New Gallery Victoria, Australia. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003clabel class=\"ControlGroup__Title-sc-2587cfb4-1 iJgrdA\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/label\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ControlGroup__Description-sc-2587cfb4-2 deluFC\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe portfolio is brand new and will arrive in all original packaging. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KAWS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48759364452506,"sku":null,"price":5800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0600\/8917\/2122\/files\/larger_6e8a0fec-367c-42b7-bd48-b31f2be818dc.jpg?v=1784317624","url":"https:\/\/apc-art.com\/products\/gone-portfolio","provider":"APC Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}