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5 Years Later Companion – Grey

KAWS

Artwork details

Artist
KAWS
Title
5 Years Later Companion - Grey
Description

5 Years Later Companion - Grey

By Kaws

KAWS’s 5 Years Later Companion combines a familiar cartoon-like body with crossed-out eyes and a skull-shaped head. In this grey version, the restrained palette emphasises the character’s rounded volumes and the contrast between approachable toy-like form and its disquieting expression.

KAWS, the pseudonym of American artist Brian Donnelly, is widely recognized for his distinctive blend of street art and pop culture iconography. Renowned for his reinterpretations of familiar characters, including his signature "Companion" figures, KAWS has made a significant impact on contemporary art, seamlessly bridging the gap between urban art, toy design, and fine art.

2004

Painted cast vinyl

14.75 x 6.25 x 3.25 inches

Edition of 500

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Date
2004
Signature
Unsigned
Image
14.75 x 6.25 x 3.25 inches
Sheet
14.75 x 6.25 x 3.25 inches
Status
Available
Price
Price on request
The Artist

KAWS

KAWS (real name Brian Donnelly) was born in Jersey City, New Jersey. He studied illustration at the School of Visual Arts in New York before working as a freelance animator at Disney. He also worked on the children’s animations ‘101 Dalmations’, ‘Daria’ and ‘Doug’.

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