Jean-Michel Basquiat is one of the most important artists of the 20th century. Active in the art scene from the late 1970s to the 1980s, he passed away at the young age of 27, leaving a void.
Basquiat's work is often characterized by its edginess and rawness, yet it also maintains a subtle harmony between contradictions through bold colors and composition. This can be seen in the interplay between dominance vs. spontaneity, danger vs. wisdom, and urban impression vs. primitivism.
As he embodied the urban culture of international youth, his values and aspirations became established as the Basquiat brand. Now, his representative work, the crown-wearing dinosaur, is finally appearing as a figure. This is Jean-Michel Basquiat's "Crown-Wearing Dinosaur" brought to life by MEDICOM TOY.

The "VCD JEAN-MICHEL BASQUIAT's Dinosaur" being released this time is a figure that realistically brings to life the dinosaur depicted in Basquiat's 1984 drawing "Pez Dispenser" (a type of candy dispenser known for its many variations). The unique color scheme and touch—a jet-black body with crimson eyes, giant fangs, and yellow dorsal fins—along with the trademark crown, are faithfully reproduced using transparent parts, staying true to the original artwork.

Basquiat's influence, demonstrated across a wide range of fields, continues to grow daily, even 33 years after his passing. Holding this figure, you will surely feel a spark of his effervescent talent at your fingertips.

VCD JEAN-MICHEL BASQUIAT's Dinosaur
Sculptor: PERFECT-STUDIO
Size: Approx. 250mm in height
Price: ¥16,500 (incl. tax)
Release Date: Scheduled for release in November 2021
Note: The photo shows a sample under supervision. The actual product may differ.
©︎ Estate of Jean-Michel Basquiat Licensed by Artestar, New York