*APC ART* **is pleased to offer our global collector base one of the most sought after, iconic KAWS vinyl figures in the most desirable variant (gray/pink).**

**This *KAWS “TAKE”* **(Pink & Gray variant), is brand new in its original box.**

**The work is a well received variation of KAWS' large scale “TAKE” sculpture - the most memorable highlight of the exhibition; *”KAWS BLACKOUT”* at Skarstedt Gallery.**

**This exhibition took place during what many consider to be the pinnacle of *KAWS’* artistry, in London, England; in the fall of 2019.**

**The *Skarstedt* exhibit was the artist’s first London solo exhibition, a blockbuster display from the enigmatic genius that is KAWS (Brian Donnelly).**

**This work is a large scale *KAWS* vinyl figure, standing at just over 14 inches in height.**

**The work is Brand new, in its original box; NEW condition.**

**While *KAWS* refers to his new(er) figures as “Open Editions”, they are truly limited editions of unknown quantity.**

**By categorizing them as “Open edition” this allows the artist to resell the figures at another event, exhibition or even online (until the production run is sold out).**

*APC ART* **was able to procure this figure at “KAWS; PRINTS” (The High Museum, Atlanta Georgia, 2022).**

*The High* **had approximately five of this variant for sale and I was personally told by the museum director these were the last figures available from the original production run.**

**This is an absolutely stunning *KAWS* figure; in our opinion one of his most iconic as well as recognizable.**

**If you are a collector of the *KAWS* works this will be a welcomed addition to your collection.**
**AS ALWAYS, AUTHENTICITY IS GUARANTEED IN PERPETUITY.**

**In this work; *”TAKE”*, the KAWS BFF holds a child Companion defensively, pulling it back in a gesture of protectiveness as if to prevent someone else from taking it; while the child looks to the ground in intimidation.**

*A leading artist of his generation, Brooklyn-based **KAWS** engages audiences beyond the museums and galleries in which he regularly exhibits.*

*KAWS* **is perhaps best known for his iconic character, Companion, which is featured in key paintings, sculptures, products, and sculptures.**

*KAWS'* **art possesses a sophisticated humor and thoughtful critique of consumer products.**

**His bold lines and playful colors, mixed with almost “child like” figures, often times serve as a way to disguise his culturally significant message(s).**

*KAWS* **is undoubtedly one of the most influential as well as iconic artists of our time; he is the only artist to have a permanent art installation in CHINA; *”SEEING/WATCHING”* and his auction record has surpassed the eight figure mark (“The Kimpsons”, Nigoldeneye, Sothebys).**

**THE WORK IS IN HAND AND WILL SHIP IMMEDIATELY FROM THE USA.**

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Provenance

Purchased from the high museum on the occasion of KAWS’ exhibition; “KAWS PRINTS” (2022).

Condition

The work is brand new in the box with all packaging. The work has never been displayed.