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KAWS — Original Works For Sale
Explore KAWS' Original Works series, a compelling collection showcasing the acclaimed artist's foundational creations. This curated selection includes iconic pieces such as Untitled (Tondo), Untitled (MBFQ10), and works from the Original Fake series alongside sculptural works including Skull and HTLC10 (Tondo). Each work demonstrates KAWS' distinctive visual language—blending street art sensibilities with fine art sophistication through his characteristic cartoon-influenced forms and expressive line work.
The Original Works series represents a pivotal moment in the artist's career, capturing his evolution as he transitioned from underground culture to mainstream recognition. These pieces have become increasingly sought-after by serious collectors, with values reflecting the artist's sustained market demand and cultural influence. Whether you're building a contemporary art collection or seeking significant works by one of today's most relevant artists, this series offers authentic examples of KAWS' creative practice.
Works are available for purchase. Contact us to enquire about availability and pricing for individual pieces.
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Five Facts About KAWS Original Works
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KAWS's earliest acrylic-on-canvas paintings, dating from around 1999–2000, emerged directly from his 'Package Paintings' — works in which he physically altered found advertising materials and cardboard boxes rather than working on blank canvas.
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His 'Kimpsons' series, begun in 2000, reworked characters from The Simpsons into KAWS's own visual language, marking one of his earliest sustained appropriations of mainstream cartoon imagery in paint.
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KAWS frequently paints on the circular 'tondo' format, a compositional device dating to the Renaissance; he uses it to isolate a single cropped, zoomed-in detail — an eye, a hand — from what appears to be a larger, unseen scene.
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Working primarily in fast-drying acrylic, KAWS has described placing a single dot of paint as a coded marker within an area before committing to full color, allowing him to set a painting aside and resume it later without losing compositional continuity.
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KAWS has stated his painting practice was shaped by early exposure to artists including Gerhard Richter and Chuck Close, alongside his own background in graffiti and commercial illustration — a combination that helped move his work from underground toy culture into major museum collections.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy KAWS Original Works prints for sale?
KAWS Original Works prints for sale are available at Guy Hepner Gallery, 177 Tenth Avenue, New York. We offer authenticated editions with full provenance documentation sourced from the secondary market and directly from publishers.
Are KAWS Original Works works limited editions?
KAWS Original Works works — 4 available — are typically produced as limited editions, individually signed and numbered by the artist. Contact Guy Hepner Gallery for edition details on specific works.
How much do KAWS Original Works prints cost?
Pricing for KAWS Original Works prints varies by edition size, date, and condition. Contact Guy Hepner Gallery for current market pricing and availability.
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