Takashi Murakami Teases Monochromatic Versions of Signature 'Kaikai' & 'Kiki' Figures

A most rare makeup.

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Not long ago, Takashi Murakami took to Instagram to announce black and white versions of his beloved ‘Kaikai’ and ‘Kiki’ vinyl figures. Namesakes of the artist’s Tokyo gallery, the characters are normally shown together and respectively portray rabbit and mouse hybrids. ‘Kaikai’ conventionally wears a white costume while ‘Kiki’ traditionally adorns a pink ensemble. This new monochromatic release is surely a rare take by the contemporary art savant.

View the figures above and stay tuned for release details. For more collectibles, check out this week’s best art drops.

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Keith Estiler is a New York-born curator, writer, and the Managing Editor of Hypeart, the contemporary art arm of Hypebeast. Based in NYC, Keith heads up editorial strategy at the intersection of contemporary art and culture, capturing the icons and outliers of both the local and international scenes. He has curated exhibitions worldwide, dedicated to championing the emerging voices and subcultures currently redefining contemporary visual culture.

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