A Wild 'BLUE CRYSTALIZED PIKACHU' Has Appeared

The new edition will release on Daniel Arsham’s online shop this April 24.

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Trailing behind his ERODED PIKACHU sculpture for Archive Editions, Daniel Arsham returns with a BLUE CRYSTALIZED PIKACHU collectible. Portraying an eroded version of the famed Pokémon mascot, the nearly one-foot-tall statue is updated with light blue cast resin and aluminum oxide materials whereas the China-exclusive option features a monochromatic tone with the same build.

Each edition arrives in Arsham studio designed housing with die-cut foam, sealing label, and a pair of custom art handling gloves. Moreover, the artwork includes a holographic label verifying its edition number and authenticity. The sculpture will release in an edition of 500 pieces on Daniel Arsham’s online shop this April 24 at 12 p.m. ET.

For more standout editions, check out this week’s list of art for your home.

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Keith Estiler Managing Editor, Hypeart

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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