DESIGNER TOY

Shigunarion (Native color)

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About this Artist

Marmit is a Japanese toy company known for its high-quality vinyl figures, often influenced by kaiju (giant monster) culture and retro toy aesthetics. The company has collaborated with various artists, one of the most notable being Kazumitsu Akamatsu, a key figure in the world of designer toys and kaiju collectibles. Kazumitsu Akamatsu is a prominent Japanese sculptor and designer, widely recognized for his contributions to the kaiju and art toy movements. His work with Marmit, particularly in the production of limited-edition figures, has solidified his place in the designer toy world. Akamatsu’s figures are often highly regarded for their unique sculptural designs, expressive features, and attention to detail, blending elements of traditional kaiju aesthetics with more modern interpretations.Medicom Toy is a Japanese brand specializing in the creation of collection toys and figurines since 1996. It has been founded by Tatsuhiko Akashi. It all started with the Kubrick, a so -called standard figurine at the Lego and Playmobil border, a figurine made up of 9 blocks (in Japanese 九 (Kyū) means 9). This new format quickly was very successful and the kubricks will quickly take many licenses from Star Wars to the Planet of the Apes. In parallel Medicom Toy Produced toys of collecting art, sold in limited quantities and very quickly develops many ranges with the RAH (Real Action Heroes), the Mafex (Magical Action Figures Ex), the VCD (Vinyl Collectible Dolls) or even UDF (Ultra Detail Figure). But the planetary success will come with the Be@rbrick, an adaptation of the kubrick in a small bear version with a small plump belly. These figurines in the form of printed bear with different drawings and patterns will make the success of Medicom Toy putting the BE@RBRICK At the Pantheon of designer toy. Many artists and Brands have collaborated on this line of products, in particular Nike, Keith Haring or Kaws, but we also find characters from Movie theater from universes such

Production Details

  • Released date Oct 25, 2015
  • Retail Price $59.00
  • Height 9.50"
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