BE@RBRICK Jean-Michel Basquiat #1 (1000%)

Jean-Michel Basquiat is considered one of the most influential artists of the late 20th century. From a graffiti artist on the streets of New York, he rose in the 1980s to become one of the most sought-after Neo-Expressionists on the international art scene. His works – characterized by raw energy, socially critical messages, and an unmistakable visual vocabulary of crowns, skeletons, words, and anatomical fragments – now fetch multi-million dollar sums at auctions. The collaboration between the Basquiat Estate and Medicom Toy brings this artistic heritage into the world of Bearbricks, making it tangible as a collector's item. The BE@RBRICK Jean-Michel Basquiat #1 (1000%) is the first model in this legendary series and marks the beginning of one of the most coveted Bearbrick series ever.

The design of this Bearbrick is a visual spectacle, masterfully transferring Basquiat's characteristic style to the iconic bear silhouette. The entire body is covered with a dense, collage-like all-over print that combines motifs from several Basquiat works. Dominant yellow, orange, and black tones meet accents in red, green, and white, while scrawled lettering, crossed-out words, and sketchy figure fragments cover the surface. On the torso, Basquiat's typical oval shapes in orange and black are emblazoned, surrounded by expressive brushstrokes and scratched lines. On the back, the lettering "Jean-Michel Basquiat" can be seen along with the iconic crown symbol – a trademark the artist used as his signature. The texture appears deliberately rough and unpolished, entirely in the spirit of Basquiat's original aesthetic, which merged high art and street art.

With an impressive height of approximately 70 cm, the 1000% variant is the absolute centerpiece of any Basquiat collection. At this size, the intricate details of the print unfold their full effect – every brushstroke, every fragment, and every line of text can be studied up close, almost like an original work in a museum. As the first model in the Basquiat series, this edition holds a special significance among collectors and is now rarely found on the secondary market. The combination of contemporary art and designer toy culture makes this Bearbrick much more than a decorative object – it is a true statement piece.

Whether as an eye-catcher in the living room, a highlight of an art collection, or a valuable investment: This Bearbrick combines Basquiat's rebellious spirit with the unmistakable Medicom Toy aesthetic. If you love contemporary art and are looking for a collector's item that uniquely connects art history and pop culture, then this model is exactly right for you. Secure this iconic piece now before it disappears from the market for good.

• Manufacturer: Medicom Toy
• Release: January 2018
• Height: 70 cm (1000%)
• Weight (incl. packaging): 6,50 kg
• Color/Pattern: Yellow Black White Multicolored
• Item number (EAN): 4530956548395
• Part Number (MPN): MEDB@000BASQUIAT1000
• Hologram ID: A4359287
• New in original box
• with Certificate of Authenticity (CoA) from Zaiser Art GbR

Certificate of authenticity from Zaiser Art gallery iIndividual certificate of authenticity for all Bearbricks 200% and above with authenticity guarantee from the art gallery.

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