DESIGNER TOY
King Janky the Forth ("STORM" EDITION)
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Janky is a line of designer vinyl toys created by Superplastic, a brand known for producing high-quality, limited-edition art toys. Janky figures are stylized, anthropomorphic characters that reflect Superplastic’s bold, playful aesthetic and their focus on art-driven collectibles. The Janky line is known for its wide range of characters, often designed in collaboration with notable artists from the world of street art, pop culture, and toy design. The Janky line has made a significant impact in the designer toy and urban vinyl community, especially with its collaborative approach and its ability to bring popular artists into the world of art toys. The blind box element has contributed to a gamified experience, with collectors excited to hunt for rare and exclusive characters. With its vibrant, playful designs, Janky has become an accessible entry point for both seasoned collectors and newcomers to the world of art toys. Superplastic’s Janky line is known for its combination of fun, collectible art, and high-quality craftsmanship, making it one of the most popular and influential series in the designer toy world.Superplastic is leading a digital revolution managing a roster of globally recognized synthetic celebrities with over 19 million followers across social media. Follow along in the ever-expanding Superplastic universe and watch fresh takes and mind-blowing unconventional brand partnerships from Gucci to Fortnite be brought to life.A UK native, Huck Gee is a contemporary artist, illustrator, toy maker, and designer best known by toy enthusiasts for his iconic “Skullhead” character and “Gold Life” art creations. Heavily influenced by Japanese and Hong Kong pop art, Gee calls his style “Bastardized Asian Pop Culture”. The demand for Huck’s Custom Toy Art and illustrations has grown quite immense, with small runs of hand crafted Art Toys and original prints selling out in seconds online and shipping to art collectors worldwide. Huck’s works have been exhibited in galleries worldwide and in 2007 his “Hello My Name Is” 8” Dunny was accepted into the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in NYC. In addition, Huck has also consigned several pieces for one of the world’s leading fine art auction houses: Christie’s Auction House.
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- Released date May 7, 2019
- Retail Price $25.00
- Height 3.50"
- Width n/a
- Edition 999
- Ratio n/a