{"title":"Designer Toys","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"sealed-white-body-black-bone-designer-toy-by-michael-lau-2006","title":"Sealed White Body Black Bone Designer Toy by Michael Lau 2006","description":"\u003cp\u003eSealed White Body Black Bone Designer Toy by Michael Lau produced by Crazy smiles 2006. This rare piece comes with it's original box. baseball cap, jacket and transparent hair all in great condition. B\/W Bone has never been exposed, always kept in storage, out of sunlight in a smoke free environment.\u003cbr\u003eAlso available White Body \/ Black Bone and Glow in the Dark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight 16 cm - 6.299 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Michael Lau\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMichael Lau\u003c\/strong\u003e (born 1970) is an artist from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Hong_Kong\"\u003eHong Kong\u003c\/a\u003e who is known for his \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Painting\"\u003epainting\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Sculpture\"\u003esculpture\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Designer_toys\"\u003edesigner toy\u003c\/a\u003e figures. Lau is widely credited as the founder of the urban vinyl style within the designer toy movement. His work has had a significant effect on toy manufacturers, as well as street culture, including artists and musicians, throughout the world. His style is particularly influential to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Asia\"\u003eAsian\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/United_States\"\u003eAmerican\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Hip-hop\"\u003ehip-hop\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Skateboarding\"\u003eskateboarding\u003c\/a\u003e culture. Lau has won several awards for his work, including four from the Hong Kong-based Philippe Charriol Foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown as the “Godfather of the Designer Toys”, Michael Lau Kin-man 劉建文 (b.1970) is an acclaimed Hong Kong artist born in the 1970s when the city was at the peak of industrialization and exported various kinds of toys to leading chain stores around the world. Every toy was a rare treasure to young Michael and played a key role in his childhood. His growing passion for toys eventually led him to a career in toy design where he conceived as a form of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter graduating from the First Institute of Art and Design in Hong Kong in 1992, Michael held his first solo painting exhibition at the Pao Galleries of the Hong Kong Arts Centre in the following year. In 1999, Lau merged his creativity and passion in art, toy and action figure and created the “Gardener” series that juxtaposed his favorite G.I. Joe action figures and street culture. A total of 99 12-inch action figures was featured in his solo exhibition held at the Hong Kong Arts Centre. His unique artistic expression in action figures and remarkable achievements garnered global attention and brought him the opportunity to showcase his works in different cities in Japan, the Museum of Contemporary Art in Taipei, London and Paris, leading the global trend of collectible designer toys as an independent artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, Michael Lau has been seen as the godfather of urban vinyl, being largely recognized as the pioneer who launched the trend in the 90s. He was prominently featured in the article “20 Trends Sweeping the Globe” by Forbes Magazine in the January 2008 issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn recent years, Michael Lau has returned to his roots in painting. In 2016, his painting Wall of Jordan was presented by Christie's and was auctioned off for charity for a total sum of HKD$1,375,000. Michael's practice focuses not on one particular media but rather, utilizes diverse styles and techniques that he has experimented with over the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Lau's exhibition titled 'Collect them All!' at Christie's Hong Kong in 2018, with over 20 years in the creative field and as someone named as Godfather of the Designer and Art toy movement, Michael Lau has declared \"All art are toys, all toys are art.\" As Michael believes that a meaningful collection should not be assessed based on its monetary value, but should more importantly evoke feelings of nostalgia and sentiment. A prized collection allows one to delve into memories of the past, provides consolation in times of emptiness, and enriches and elevates the spirit. Michael believes that in the eyes of the collector objects – whether they be paintings, jewelry, watches, sneakers, or furniture – have an ability to provide emotional value, in the same way that toys can provoke wonder and curiosity. Lau's further his exploration on the notion with his second 'Collect them All!' exhibition at Christie's Shanghai in 2019 following the success from the Hong Kong show.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLau's numerous collaborations with brands such as Nike, Jordan, Puma, Carhartt, Porter and Maharishi has made him a household name amongst kids in the street scene, while his painting and sculpture works continued to be favored by art collectors local and abroad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA collaboration will also take place in 2005 with Casio for a series of 1000 copies of the G-SHOCK DW-6900SA-1JF 'Michael Lau NY FAT GARDENER' which will be distributed in limited quantities of 100 watches by previously chosen country, including France.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michael Lau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55480205410645,"sku":"1","price":550.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1091\/2091\/3749\/files\/sealed-white-body-black-bone-designer-toy-by-michael-lau-2006-art-toys-769.jpg?v=1792691931"},{"product_id":"glow-in-the-dark-black-body-white-bone-2006-designer-toy-by-michael-lau","title":"GLOW IN THE DARK BLACK BODY WHITE BONE 2006 DESIGNER TOY BY MICHAEL LAU","description":"\u003cp\u003eRare GLOW in the dark Black Body \/ White Bone Designer Toy by Michael Lau produced by Crazy smiles 2006. This rare piece comes with it's original box. baseball cap, jacket and transparent hair all in great condition. B\/W Bone has never been exposed, always kept in storage, out of sunlight in a smoke free environment.\u003cbr\u003eAlso available White Body \/ Black Bone and Glow in the Dark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight 16 cm - 6.299 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Michael Lau\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMichael Lau\u003c\/b\u003e (born 1970) is an artist from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Hong_Kong\"\u003eHong Kong\u003c\/a\u003e who is known for his \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Painting\"\u003epainting\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Sculpture\"\u003esculpture\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Designer_toys\"\u003edesigner toy\u003c\/a\u003e figures. Lau is widely credited as the founder of the urban vinyl style within the designer toy movement. His work has had a significant effect on toy manufacturers, as well as street culture, including artists and musicians, throughout the world. His style is particularly influential to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Asia\"\u003eAsian\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/United_States\"\u003eAmerican\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Hip-hop\"\u003ehip-hop\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Skateboarding\"\u003eskateboarding\u003c\/a\u003e culture. Lau has won several awards for his work, including four from the Hong Kong-based Philippe Charriol Foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown as the “Godfather of the Designer Toys”, Michael Lau Kin-man 劉建文 (b.1970) is an acclaimed Hong Kong artist born in the 1970s when the city was at the peak of industrialization and exported various kinds of toys to leading chain stores around the world. Every toy was a rare treasure to young Michael and played a key role in his childhood. His growing passion for toys eventually led him to a career in toy design where he conceived as a form of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter graduating from the First Institute of Art and Design in Hong Kong in 1992, Michael held his first solo painting exhibition at the Pao Galleries of the Hong Kong Arts Centre in the following year. In 1999, Lau merged his creativity and passion in art, toy and action figure and created the “Gardener” series that juxtaposed his favorite G.I. Joe action figures and street culture. A total of 99 12-inch action figures was featured in his solo exhibition held at the Hong Kong Arts Centre. His unique artistic expression in action figures and remarkable achievements garnered global attention and brought him the opportunity to showcase his works in different cities in Japan, the Museum of Contemporary Art in Taipei, London and Paris, leading the global trend of collectible designer toys as an independent artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, Michael Lau has been seen as the godfather of urban vinyl, being largely recognized as the pioneer who launched the trend in the 90s. He was prominently featured in the article “20 Trends Sweeping the Globe” by Forbes Magazine in the January 2008 issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn recent years, Michael Lau has returned to his roots in painting. In 2016, his painting Wall of Jordan was presented by Christie's and was auctioned off for charity for a total sum of HKD$1,375,000. Michael's practice focuses not on one particular media but rather, utilizes diverse styles and techniques that he has experimented with over the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Lau's exhibition titled 'Collect them All!' at Christie's Hong Kong in 2018, with over 20 years in the creative field and as someone named as Godfather of the Designer and Art toy movement, Michael Lau has declared \"All art are toys, all toys are art.\" As Michael believes that a meaningful collection should not be assessed based on its monetary value, but should more importantly evoke feelings of nostalgia and sentiment. A prized collection allows one to delve into memories of the past, provides consolation in times of emptiness, and enriches and elevates the spirit. Michael believes that in the eyes of the collector objects – whether they be paintings, jewelry, watches, sneakers, or furniture – have an ability to provide emotional value, in the same way that toys can provoke wonder and curiosity. Lau's further his exploration on the notion with his second 'Collect them All!' exhibition at Christie's Shanghai in 2019 following the success from the Hong Kong show.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLau's numerous collaborations with brands such as Nike, Jordan, Puma, Carhartt, Porter and Maharishi has made him a household name amongst kids in the street scene, while his painting and sculpture works continued to be favored by art collectors local and abroad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA collaboration will also take place in 2005 with Casio for a series of 1000 copies of the G-SHOCK DW-6900SA-1JF 'Michael Lau NY FAT GARDENER' which will be distributed in limited quantities of 100 watches by previously chosen country, including France.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage Objects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55480232608085,"sku":"2","price":650.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1091\/2091\/3749\/files\/glow-in-the-dark-black-body-white-bone-2006-designer-toy-by-michael-879.jpg?v=1792691964"},{"product_id":"michae-lau-designer-toy-tatto-nike","title":"Michael Lau designer toy Tatto for Nike","description":"\u003cp\u003eUltra-Rare Michael Lau x Nike “Tatto”: Limited Edition of Only 50 Worldwide (2006)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffered here is an exceptionally scarce collector’s piece: “Tatto,” created for the Gardener Meets Nike Hong Kong Flagship Event on 29.09.2006. A collaboration between Michael Lau, widely celebrated as the godfather of designer and art toys, and Nike, this limited edition was produced in only 50 pieces worldwide, making it one of the most sought-after releases in Lau’s entire body of work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreator: Michael Lau for Crazy Smiles\u003cbr\u003eTitle: “Tatto” - Year: 2006\u003cbr\u003eEdition: Extremely limited, 50 pieces worldwide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterials: Vinyl figure with metal accessories; original solid wood box with branded engraving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarkings: Stamped “Gardener Meets Nike at Hong Kong Flagship 29092006”; Crazy Smiles logo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFigure Dimensions:\u003cbr\u003eH 15.5 cm × W 7 cm × D 5 cm\u003cbr\u003e(H 6.1 in × W 2.75 in × D 2 in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWooden Presentation Box:\u003cbr\u003eH 21 cm × W 11 cm × D 11.5 cm\u003cbr\u003e(H 8.26 in × W 4.33 in × D 4.52 in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs close to “mint” as it gets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece has never been displayed, kept carefully out of direct sunlight and preserved in a smoke-free environment. Both the figure and original wooden box present beautifully, with only the natural variations expected from hand-finished materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Tatto” captures Michael Lau’s signature visual language: clean sculptural lines, subtle attitude, and an understated streetwear sensibility. The figure features metal chain details, Lau’s characteristic tattoo-inspired arm script, and the refined minimalism that made the Gardener series iconic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accompanying custom wooden box, engraved with the event details, is integral to the artwork and particularly prized by collectors. Works from the Gardener Meets Nike collaboration rarely surface on the market, especially in this condition, due to the extremely small edition size and their status as foundational pieces in the evolution of art toys as a contemporary collectible category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA standout opportunity for serious collectors of designer toys, urban vinyl, and early street culture collaborations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eArtist Information: Michael Lau\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichael Lau (b. 1970, Hong Kong) is internationally recognized as a pioneering figure in the art-toy and urban vinyl movement. Often referred to as the “Godfather of Designer Toys,” Lau gained global recognition in the late 1990s for his Gardener series: highly stylized figures inspired by skate culture, music, streetwear, and Hong Kong youth subcultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis influence helped transform collectible toys into a legitimate art form, bridging the worlds of contemporary art, street culture, and fashion. Over the decades, Lau has collaborated with Nike, Sony, Puma, Casio, Medicom, and numerous global brands. His works have been exhibited internationally and remain central to the history of designer toys and limited-edition culture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michael Lau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55480234639701,"sku":"1","price":875.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1091\/2091\/3749\/files\/tatto-limited-edition-gardener-meets-nike-2006-designer-toy-art-toys-739.jpg?v=1792691968"},{"product_id":"kaws-4ft-companion-xxl-2007","title":"KAWS 4ft Companion XXL 2007","description":"\u003cp\u003eKAWS Companion XXL painted cast vinyl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStamped : MEDICOM TOY 2007 © KAWS ..07.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFOR RENT ONLY !!!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements : Height 128 cm \/ 4ft 2.393 in\u003cbr\u003eWidth 56 cm \/ 22.047 in\u003cbr\u003eDepth 35 cm \/ 13.779 in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout KAWS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrian Donnelly (born November 4, 1974), known professionally as KAWS (stylized as KAWS), is an American artist and designer. His work includes repeated use of a cast of figurative characters and motifs, some dating back to the beginning of his career in the 1990s, initially painted in 2D and later realized in 3D. Some of his characters are his own creations while others are reworked versions of existing icons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKAWS sculptures range in size from a few inches to ten meters tall, and are made from various materials including fiberglass, aluminum, wood, bronze, and a steel pontoon inflatable raft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKAWS influences come from traditional high art painters like Gerhard Richter, Claes Oldenburg, and Chuck Close, and he has been compared to the likes of Andy Warhol for his cross-market appeal and ability to blur lines between commercial and fine art. His work is exhibited in galleries and museums, held in the permanent collections of public institutions, and avidly collected by individuals including music producer Swizz Beatz, internet figure PewDiePie, rappers Pharrell Williams, Kid Cudi, and members of South Korean group BTS. A number of books illustrating his work have been published.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKAWS lives and works in Brooklyn, New York, creating sculptures, acrylic paintings on canvas, and screen prints while also collaborating commercially, predominantly on limited edition toys, but also clothing, skateboard decks, and other products.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KAWS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55480237359445,"sku":"1","price":1000000.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1091\/2091\/3749\/files\/kaws-4ft-companion-xxl-2007-art-toys-387.jpg?v=1792691972"},{"product_id":"limited-edition-designer-toy-hell-boy","title":"Limited edition designer toy Hell Boy by Mike Mignola and Eric So 2004 No. 217\/999","description":"\u003cp\u003eLimited edition designer toy Hell Boy by Mike Mignola and Eric So 2004 No. 217\/999\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNumber 217 of only 999 worldwide, this oversized Hell Boy is a landmark crossover between American comics and Hong Kong designer vinyl. Eric So reimagined Mike Mignola's creation with a stretched, stylised anatomy: a heavy, barrel-chested torso, spindly legs and the oversized Right Hand of Doom. It comes with a certificate signed by Eric So and Mike Mignola, the trench coat and utility belt with holster. and gun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure is in near mint condition. For 22 years it has been kept in its original box, in smoke-free storage and out of sunlight, so the textured red vinyl and the cream coat are fresh. It comes with its numbered certificate of authenticity, signed by both Eric So and Mike Mignola.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original box shows visible wear, including scuffs, tape residue and edge wear, as the photographs show. This is common for a box of this age and size, and it is documented so you know exactly what to expect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReleased in 2004, the year of the first Guillermo del Toro film, it was one of the most sought-after Hellboy collectibles of its time. It is a strong piece for collectors of designer toys, comic art and Hellboy, or for anyone who wants a sculptural conversation piece in a modern or pop-art interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: H 27 cm (10.6 in) × W 25 cm (9.8 in) × D 21 cm (8.3 in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Mike Mignola\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(b. 1960) Mignola is an American comic artist from Berkeley, California. He created Hellboy for Dark Horse Comics in the early 1990s. His heavy blacks, angular shapes and folklore-driven horror are instantly recognisable. He has won multiple Eisner Awards, and Hellboy grew into a long-running comic universe, animated films and live-action films.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Eric So\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEric So is a Hong Kong designer and one of the leading names in Hong Kong-style vinyl figures, which are known for exaggerated anatomy, fine craftsmanship and very small production runs. His earlier figures were all his own original characters. Hell Boy was a rare collaboration with an existing character, produced in an edition of 999 and distributed by Dark Horse.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage Objects","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55480240210261,"sku":null,"price":1450.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1091\/2091\/3749\/files\/limited-edition-designer-toy-hell-boy-by-mike-mignola-and-eric-368.jpg?v=1792691977"},{"product_id":"tim-biskup-armageddon-box-designer-art-toy","title":"Tim Biskup Deco Armageddon Box designer art toy Set (083\/250), Toy2R, 2005","description":"\u003cp\u003eUrban Vinyl Art Toys | Limited Edition | Never Displayed | Collectible Pop Surrealism Figure Set\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 23 cm (9.05 in) -\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 13.5 cm (5.31 in) -\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 10 cm (3.93 in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor serious collectors of art toys, Urban Vinyl, and pop surrealist art, this is a rare chance to acquire a mint-condition Tim Biskup designer toy set: the “Deco Armageddon Box”, produced by Toy2R in 2005 as part of their acclaimed Qee Collection. This piece is hand-numbered 083\/250: a strictly limited worldwide edition, long out of production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collectible designer toy set is in fantastic condition: never exposed to sunlight, never displayed, and preserved in a smoke-free, climate-controlled environment since its release. A pristine example of early 2000s art toy craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTim Biskup: A Pioneer of Designer Toys and Pop Surrealism\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTim Biskup is a legendary figure in the world of lowbrow art and Urban Vinyl design. Known for his vibrant use of color, abstract characters, and mid-century modern influences, Biskup helped define the visual identity of the designer toy movement that exploded in the early 2000s. His work bridges the gap between fine art and collectible culture, making his limited edition figures highly sought-after by collectors of contemporary pop and street art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Urban Vinyl and the Qee Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Urban Vinyl movement began in the late ’90s and early 2000s as a fusion of street art, designer culture, and toy design. It was led by creative studios like Toy2R, which pioneered the concept of artist-designed vinyl figures through lines like the Qee Series. These art toys were designed by globally recognized artists and released in highly limited editions, now considered iconic in the world of modern collectibles and art toys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Deco Armageddon Box by Tim Biskup is a defining piece from this era: a perfect blend of art, design, and cultural commentary in sculptural form. Whether you’re a seasoned collector of Urban Vinyl, a fan of Biskup’s art, or seeking a standout collectible designer figure set to elevate your space, this is a rare opportunity not to be missed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tim Biskup","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55480244765013,"sku":null,"price":650.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1091\/2091\/3749\/files\/tim-biskup-deco-armageddon-box-designer-art-toy-set-083-250-toy2r-295.jpg?v=1792691980"},{"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. 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