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KARL LAGERFELD
COCO CHANEL BE@RBRICK
Lot 29
Price Realised:
€6,000
Estimate:
€2,000 - €4,000
Karl Lagerfeld X Medicom
COCO CHANEL BE@RBRICK
Painted cast vinyl sculpture with the original presentation box, 72 (H) x 35 x 25 cm, executed in 2006, edition 380/1000.
Provenance: Atelier Karl Lagerfeld; Private Collection
Medicom BE@RBRICKs se...
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Lot 29
KARL LAGERFELD
COCO CHANEL BE@RBRICK
Lot 29
KARL LAGERFELD
COCO CHANEL BE@RBRICK
Estimate:
€2,000 - €4,000
Karl Lagerfeld X Medicom
COCO CHANEL BE@RBRICK
Painted cast vinyl sculpture with the original presentation box, 72 (H) x 35 x 25 cm, executed in 2006, edition 380/1000.
Provenance: Atelier Karl Lagerfeld; Private Collection
Medicom BE@RBRICKs series, or Bearbricks as they're more simply known, are collectible toys that have stood at the intersection of art, fashion and design. Since the brand's first release in May 2001, the Japanese toy company has collaborated with artists, fashion designers, and major retailers to produce these collectible figures.
Bearbricks come in many different sizes; the most popular models are the 1000% Bearbricks-which are approximately 2.3 feet high. The shape of a Bearbrick itself never really changes. What makes these toys so coveted are commemorative and rare editions designed by high end fashion brands or revered pop artists. Originally made to benefit the Hong Kong Blood Cancer Foundation as a part of the 'Love is Big, Love is Bearbrick' event, the Coco Chanel Bearbrick was designed by Karl Lagerfeld in 2006/2007 and is dressed in Chanel's signature tweed suit and pearls.
Only around 1,000 pieces were made and Grace Coddington had the Coco Chanel Bearbrick in her office. A rerelease is unlikely so this remains a holy grail Bearbrick for any fashion or design fan.
COCO CHANEL BE@RBRICK
Painted cast vinyl sculpture with the original presentation box, 72 (H) x 35 x 25 cm, executed in 2006, edition 380/1000.
Provenance: Atelier Karl Lagerfeld; Private Collection
Medicom BE@RBRICKs series, or Bearbricks as they're more simply known, are collectible toys that have stood at the intersection of art, fashion and design. Since the brand's first release in May 2001, the Japanese toy company has collaborated with artists, fashion designers, and major retailers to produce these collectible figures.
Bearbricks come in many different sizes; the most popular models are the 1000% Bearbricks-which are approximately 2.3 feet high. The shape of a Bearbrick itself never really changes. What makes these toys so coveted are commemorative and rare editions designed by high end fashion brands or revered pop artists. Originally made to benefit the Hong Kong Blood Cancer Foundation as a part of the 'Love is Big, Love is Bearbrick' event, the Coco Chanel Bearbrick was designed by Karl Lagerfeld in 2006/2007 and is dressed in Chanel's signature tweed suit and pearls.
Only around 1,000 pieces were made and Grace Coddington had the Coco Chanel Bearbrick in her office. A rerelease is unlikely so this remains a holy grail Bearbrick for any fashion or design fan.
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PLEASE BID EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT.
In order to allow rival bidders the opportunity to respond to a late bid the following extensions will apply:
IF A BID IS RECEIVED WITHIN THE FINAL 45 SECONDS OF THE COUNTDOWN THE CLOCK WILL RESET TO 60 SECONDS.
At any point you can leave a maximum bid, representing the highest price you are prepared to pay for a particular lot. Bidding only advances when there is competition from a rival bidder. In that case the system bids on your behalf, only up to the maximum if required. All bids are relayed to you be email, along with notification if you have been outbid.
All maximum bids are confidential and not disclosed. The system will endeavor to purchase the lot for you for the least price. Bids are subject to buyer’s premium of 25% (incl vat), with no additional charges.
In the event of a tied bid, the preference will be given to the bid submitted first. The second bidder will receive immediate notification of being outbid.
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