
Blame Game
11 works

Ups and Downs No. 7, 2013
Screen print
35 x 23 in 88.9 x 58.4 cm
Edition
Edition of 100 plus 20APs
This screenprint presents one of KAWS's iconic Companion characters in a moment of quiet contemplation. The figure sits hunched with its head bowed into crossed arms, rendered in the artist's signature cartoon style with X-ed out eyes. The bold graphic composition employs a limited color palette that emphasizes clean lines and flat planes of color, characteristic of the screenprint medium. The work balances pop culture accessibility with genuine emotional resonance, transforming a seemingly simple cartoon form into a universal expression of vulnerability. Part of KAWS's celebrated Ups and Downs series from 2013, this piece exemplifies the artist's ability to communicate complex feelings through approachable imagery. The work bridges street art sensibilities with fine art printmaking traditions, making it highly collectible among both emerging and established collectors. As KAWS's market presence has grown substantially in recent years, earlier works from this period represent significant acquisition opportunities for serious collectors building contemporary art portfolios. Available for purchase — enquire for price and availability.
Price on Application
Auction History
UPS AND DOWNS · KAWS · Phillips · 2025-01 · $74,606
UPS AND DOWNS · KAWS · Phillips · 2024-10 · $53,340
UPS AND DOWNS · KAWS · Phillips · 2024-04 · $48,260
Ups and Downs · KAWS · Christie's · 2023-10 · $8,226
UPS AND DOWNS: one plate · KAWS · Phillips · 2022-10 · $8,190
UNTITLED, from UPS AND DOWNS · KAWS · Phillips · 2022-06 · $17,537
Ups and Downs · KAWS · Sotheby's · 2022-04 · $138,600
UPS AND DOWNS: ONE PRINT · KAWS · Sotheby's · 2020-09 · $17,621
UPS AND DOWNS: ONE PRINT · KAWS · Sotheby's · 2020-09 · $17,621

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