FACE TO FACE by Luke Chueh X VINS (for Jan 14 Drop)
Since our previous peek, images and info for Luke Chueh's "FACE TO FACE" collectible, in anticipation of its Friday release from VINS!
Sized H28 * W11 * D15cm (H11.0" x W4.3" x D5.9"), this POLYSTONE sculpt is in an edition of 200pcs + 20APs, each priced at US$770 + shipping (Ships from Taiwan), available via vinsarts.com from January 14th.
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Produced by VTSS Toys, this piece'll come houses in a sized H39 * W21.8 * D25.5 cm(H15.4" x W8.6" x D10.0") wooden box, includes COAs Signed by the artist and VINS Gallery, these are the following release date/times:
Los Angeles: Fri 1/14, 7am
New York: Fri 1/14, 10am
London: Fri 1/14, 3pm
Paris: Fri 1/14, 4pm
Taipei: Fri 1/14, 11pm
Tokyo: Sat 1/15, 12am
ADDITIONAL INFO:
Estimated shipping to US via FedEx is $190-265USD and to Europe is €180-460
Sculpture Weight: : 1.7kg ( 3.7lbs)
Shipping Weight: 4.2kg (9.3lbs) with collector's box and shipping carton(44 * 27 * 32 cm)
ABOUT "FACE TO FACE": "For almost two decades, I’ve employed my characters as metaphors of myself. Whether it’s deep introspective epiphany, or playful pop culture analysis, these characters deftly explore different aspects of my life.
“Face to Face” is about acceptance and empathy. The use of black and white makes it easy to illustrate the opposing values of the white bear and the black bear head it’s holding. That their heads also mirror each other in shape and expression puts into question their existence as opposites, subliminally suggesting they come from the same place. Rather than reject each other, the sculpture communicates a sense of recognition and compassion.
The world we live in feels like it’s becoming increasingly more divided. Political and philosophical conflict tears apart friends and families. My hope is that we can all eventually all meet face to face and realize that despite our differences, there’s room for understanding and goodwill.'
- Luke Chueh
