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How can you tell if a KAWS doll is real?

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How can you tell if a KAWS doll is real?
To tell if a KAWS doll is real, familiarize yourself with the details of the particular KAWS figure you are interested in purchasing. Learn what has been released. For example, was a certain model ever produced in a particular colorway? Or with certain dimensions? Look up images from reliable sources. The XX logo on a KAWS figure is one of the most recognizable features and can be a helpful indicator of authenticity if you know where to look for it. In many toys, it is incorporated into the anatomy or costume, like the six Xs on the Companion model. On the KAWS Separated and Passing Through Companion, it is on the hands and feet. Be wary of KAWS toys with Xs that are misaligned, smudged or show bleeding. Look closely to make sure the X eyes are symmetrical. If you need assistance with authentication, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of KAWS figures.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
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Limited Edition Historic 1st Companion Ever (Hand Signed and Dated '00 by KAWS)
By KAWS
Located in New York, NY
KAWS VERY FIRST COMPANION - HISTORIC Uniquely Hand signed by the artist. (the regular edition was unsigned) KAWS Limited Edition 1st Companion (Hand Signed by KAWS), 1999 Painted Ca...
Category

1990s Street Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Resin, Mixed Media

KAWS CHUM companion (KAWS orange Chum)
By KAWS
Located in NEW YORK, NY
KAWS CHUM Companion 2022 (orange): Published by KAWS to commemorate the 20th anniversary of his famed KAWS’ Chum character; "I can remember clearly packing and shipping the first CHU...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Sculptures

Materials

Resin, Vinyl

KAWS Holiday Taipei (KAWS Black Companion)
By KAWS
Located in NEW YORK, NY
KAWS Black Holiday Companion (KAWS Taipei) This figurative vinyl sculpture features KAWS' signature character COMPANION in a resting seated position. Published by All Rights Reserve...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art More Art

Materials

Resin, Vinyl

KAWS Changbai white (KAWS Holiday changbai)
By KAWS
Located in NEW YORK, NY
KAWS Holiday Changbai Mountain (KAWS white Changbai): A beautifully composed snowy-white KAWS COMPANION published to commemorate KAWS' ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Street Art Prints and Multiples

Materials

Resin, Vinyl

KAWS SHARE Grey (KAWS companion)
By KAWS
Located in NEW YORK, NY
KAWS SHARE (Grey), new & unopened in its original packaging. KAWS SHARE first appeared in 'BLACKOUT' – the first London solo exhibition by KAWS (Skarstedt London 2019). In SHARE, KA...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Sculptures

Materials

Resin, Vinyl

KAWS Clean Slate Grey (KAWS grey Companion)
By KAWS
Located in NEW YORK, NY
KAWS Clean Slate (grey) new & unopened in its original packaging. A well-received work and variation of KAWS' large scale Clean Slate sculpture - a key highlight of KAWS’ major mus...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Sculptures

Materials

Resin, Vinyl

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