{"product_id":"the-things-that-comfort","title":"The things that comfort","description":"\u003cp\u003e*APC ART is pleased to present “The Things That Comfort” — an exceptionally important and visually stunning edition by internationally celebrated contemporary artist KAWS (Brian Donnelly).*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Widely regarded as one of the most influential and commercially successful artists of the last twenty-five years, KAWS has successfully transcended the traditional boundaries between contemporary art, design, fashion, pop culture, and global visual identity.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*From his early days reworking bus shelter advertisements and billboards in New York City to blockbuster museum exhibitions across the globe, KAWS has become one of the defining artistic voices of his generation.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*“The Things That Comfort” is an absolutely iconic example of the artist’s celebrated visual language and instantly recognizable motifs.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Executed in 2015 and published by Pace Prints on the occasion of Art Basel Miami Beach, the work perfectly captures the period in which KAWS firmly cemented himself as one of the most important artists in the world.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*The composition features one of the artist’s most beloved and emotionally resonant companion-style figures rendered in a breathtakingly vibrant palette of electric pinks, blues, greens, purples, oranges, and neon accents.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*The layered chromatic treatment and subtle offset effect create a remarkable sense of movement, depth, vibration, and energy throughout the image.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Like the strongest examples of KAWS’ work, the composition feels simultaneously playful, nostalgic, futuristic, emotional, and universally accessible.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*The elongated figure — complete with KAWS’ iconic “XX” eyes and gloved hands — immediately recalls the artist’s unique ability to transform cartoon-inspired imagery into deeply human and psychologically resonant contemporary iconography.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*The title itself, “The Things That Comfort,” further reinforces the emotional undercurrent present throughout much of KAWS’ most celebrated work.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Executed as a beautiful silkscreen print in colors on Saunders Waterford fine art paper, the work possesses extraordinary richness, saturation, and tactile quality.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Collectors familiar with KAWS’ finest editions immediately recognize the incredible depth, texture, and luminosity achieved through the silkscreen process utilized during this important period of production.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Each example has been hand signed, dated and numbered by the artist in graphite pencil; “KAWS…15”. From the edition of only 250 works.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Importantly, the work has already been framed to true archival museum standard and will arrive ready to immediately display and enjoy.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*The work is in excellent overall condition. The colors remain exceptionally bright, rich, and vibrant while the artist’s signature and numbering remain bold, clean, and dark. A full condition report is available upon request.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Measuring approximately 36” x 30” unframed and an impressive 39” x 33” framed, the work possesses exceptional scale and presence while remaining remarkably versatile within both residential and commercial interiors.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*This is the type of edition that immediately anchors a room and commands attention from across the space.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Works from this era of KAWS’ career — particularly major silkscreen editions published through Pace Prints and released around Art Basel — continue to experience extraordinary international demand as collectors increasingly recognize the historical importance of these now iconic images.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Importantly, an example of “The Things That Comfort” achieved approximately $84,000 USD at public auction in late 2019 — further cementing the work’s significance and desirability within the contemporary art market.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*This represents an exceptional and truly unparalleled investment opportunity to acquire one of KAWS’ most iconic and historically important editions.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*The work is in hand in the USA and available for immediate dispatch.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*The work is also available, by appointment only, for pre-purchase inspection in Miami Beach, Florida.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*We are pleased to offer white glove delivery and installation services throughout the continental United States.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Please feel free to inquire regarding additional rare KAWS editions, figures as well as original works currently available through APC ART.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*OFFERED **EXCLUSIVELY** BY APC ART.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*ATL. MIA. NYC. LA. PARIS. LONDON. 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\u003ePublished by Pace prints and released by KAWSONE in 2015 on the occasion of Art Basel (Miami). \u003cbr\u003ePrivate collection; Miami, Florida. USA\u003cbr\u003eIncluded with the work will be a certificate of authenticity from APC ART, guaranteeing the works authenticity in perpetuity. \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 work is in excellent condition overall. Framed to true archival standard. The work will arrive ready to hang and enjoy!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KAWS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48798973264026,"sku":null,"price":24500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0600\/8917\/2122\/files\/larger_1fdc9bad-4dfd-485d-9142-4436fd2f6f54.jpg?v=1784741248","url":"https:\/\/apc-art.com\/products\/the-things-that-comfort","provider":"APC Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}