{"title":"Miscellaneous","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"michael-lau-art-toy-ny-fat-designer-toy","title":"Michael Lau NY FAT Gardener London urban vinyl art toy (2003)","description":"\u003cp\u003eMichael Lau “NY FAT Gardener London” – Urban Vinyl Art Toy (2003)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigner: Michael Lau\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReleased by: Crazy Smiles, 2003\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 14 cm \/ 5.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes: 2 Crylon NY Fat spray cans, original packaging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Excellent – stored away from light in a smoke-free, climate-controlled environment; never displayed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rare and iconic piece from the early golden age of designer toys, “NY FAT Gardener London” is part of the acclaimed Gardener series by legendary Hong Kong artist Michael Lau, widely regarded as the godfather of urban vinyl. This particular figure, released in 2003 by Crazy Smiles, represents Lau’s inventive fusion of street culture, hip-hop aesthetics, and collectible sculpture: defining hallmarks of the art toy movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSculpted with Lau’s signature exaggerated style, the figure stands 14 cm (5.5 inches) tall and comes with two removable “Crylon NY Fat” spray cans, a playful nod to classic graffiti culture. This edition retains its original packaging, a collectible in its own right, and has been meticulously preserved, never displayed or exposed to direct sunlight, and kept in a smoke-free home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Artist: Michael Lau\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichael Lau (b. 1970) is a pioneering Hong Kong artist and designer whose work helped launch the global urban vinyl movement in the late 1990s. A graduate of the Hong Kong Design Institute, Lau began his career as a painter and illustrator before gaining international acclaim for his Gardener series: customizable figures based on streetwear, skateboarding, and graffiti culture. His work has been exhibited in leading art fairs and galleries from Tokyo to New York, and his influence can be seen in everything from sneaker collaborations to museum retrospectives. Often compared to KAWS and Takashi Murakami, Lau remains a seminal figure in the intersection of pop art and collectible culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Collectors Want It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly 2000s urban vinyl rarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom the foundational Gardener series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete with accessories \u0026amp; original packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA piece of designer toy history by a genre-defining artist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA must-have for serious designer toy collectors, street art enthusiasts, and fans of contemporary Asian pop culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michael Lau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55480246993237,"sku":null,"price":950.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1091\/2091\/3749\/files\/michael-lau-ny-fat-gardener-london-urban-vinyl-art-toy-2003-toys-186.jpg?v=1792691987"},{"product_id":"art-toy-scary-girl-nathan-jurevicius","title":"Complete 2004 first series Scarygirl Art toy by Nathan Jurevicius","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn extraordinary opportunity to own the entire first series of Scarygirl designer vinyl figures, created by visionary Australian artist Nathan Jurevicius. This rare, complete set from 2004 is in mint condition, with all original packaging included: an increasingly scarce find in the world of collectible art toys. Limited to 500 pcs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis highly collectible series features all the original Scarygirl universe characters released by Flying Cat, each crafted with exceptional detail and unique personalities. The set includes standout figures such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScarygirl herself, with her iconic pirate hook and wide-eyed curiosity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBunniguru, the meditative mystic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDr. Maybe, the sinister mastermind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChihoohoo, the bizarre blue sidekick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrepan, the oddball villain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd the enigmatic Treedweller, one of the most visually striking and spiritually resonant figures in the series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpotlight on Treedweller\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTreedweller is a serene and mysterious figure seated under a stylized tree adorned with red lanterns. Her calm, meditative pose and spiritual presence evoke themes of nature, wisdom, and inner peace. With her flowing black hair tied in dramatic buns and striking blue skin, Treedweller is often regarded as the centerpiece of the collection: part sculpture, part storytelling totem. She exemplifies Jurevicius’s fusion of Eastern influences, pop surrealism, and layered narrative design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Nathan Jurevicius\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNathan Jurevicius is an internationally acclaimed artist known for his surreal, emotionally rich universes. His work spans illustration, animation, product design, and interactive media. The Scarygirl world, his most famous creation, has expanded from vinyl toys to graphic novels, online games, and Scarygirl the movie has been released in 2003. Jurevicius’s art is recognized for its deep symbolism, whimsical strangeness, and a visual language that blends the mythical with the modern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete first series: extremely rare in this condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMint figures with original boxes: perfect for display or archival collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA landmark release in the evolution of urban vinyl and designer toys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures Treedweller, a highly sought-after centerpiece figure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduced in 2004 by cult toy company Flying Cat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFigures range from approximately 5” to 9” in height. Each character is uniquely styled and self-standing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is your chance to acquire one of the most complete and beautifully preserved Scarygirl sets available on the market: a set that helped define the golden era of designer vinyl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage Objects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55480250728789,"sku":null,"price":4000.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1091\/2091\/3749\/files\/complete-2004-first-series-scarygirl-art-toy-by-nathan-jurevicius-toys-597.jpg?v=1792691990"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1091\/2091\/3749\/collections\/complete-2004-first-series-scarygirl-art-toy-by-nathan-jurevicius-toys-597.jpg?v=1793168289","url":"https:\/\/abesdc-b1.myshopify.com\/collections\/art-toys-miscellaneous.oembed","provider":"Vintage Objects","version":"1.0","type":"link"}