Four Foot Dissected Companion (Black)
by KAWS
Year: 2009
Medium: Sculpture, Painted cast vinyl
Size: 50 X 22 X 14″ in
Edition of 100
Standing as a defining example of KAWS’ sculptural innovation, Four Foot Dissected Companion (Black) (2009) is a painted cast vinyl sculpture measuring 50 × 22 × 14 inches, produced in a limited edition of 100. The work transforms the iconic Companion figure into a meditation on structure, emotion, and human fragility. Its monochromatic finish, scarce edition, and significant place within KAWS’ oeuvre make it a prized acquisition for collectors of contemporary art.
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Four Foot Dissected Companion (Black) is a major sculptural work from KAWS’ influential Companion series, showcasing the artist’s ability to transform a familiar character into a profound exploration of identity and emotion. First introduced through KAWS’ gallery and studio practice, the sculpture was created as a fine art edition rather than a street graffiti artwork. While KAWS’ early career was built on public interventions, this large-scale sculpture required controlled production, precise fabrication, and studio craftsmanship.
The dissected form reveals the interior of the iconic Companion figure, creating a visual dialogue between the external image we present and the emotions hidden beneath the surface. The black finish gives the sculpture a powerful, timeless presence while emphasizing themes of introspection, vulnerability, mortality, and self-awareness. By exposing the figure’s internal structure, KAWS challenges traditional ideas of character design and contemporary sculpture.
Collectors recognize Four Foot Dissected Companion (Black) as a highly significant work within KAWS’ career. Its limited availability, strong connection to the artist’s most recognizable character, and importance within the evolution of contemporary sculpture contribute to its lasting market demand.
At ArtLife Gallery, we view this sculpture as a cornerstone of KAWS’ artistic legacy. Closely connected to Four Foot Dissected Companion (Brown), OriginalFake Companion, Chum, and BFF, it represents the period when KAWS firmly established himself as a leading voice in global contemporary art.
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Four Foot Dissected Companion (Black)
by KAWS
Year: 2009
Medium: Sculpture, Painted cast vinyl
Size: 50 X 22 X 14″ in
Edition of 100
Standing as a defining example of KAWS’ sculptural innovation, Four Foot Dissected Companion (Black) (2009) is a painted cast vinyl sculpture measuring 50 × 22 × 14 inches, produced in a limited edition of 100. The work transforms the iconic Companion figure into a meditation on structure, emotion, and human fragility. Its monochromatic finish, scarce edition, and significant place within KAWS’ oeuvre make it a prized acquisition for collectors of contemporary art.
Four Foot Dissected Companion (Black) is a major sculptural work from KAWS’ influential Companion series, showcasing the artist’s ability to transform a familiar character into a profound exploration of identity and emotion. First introduced through KAWS’ gallery and studio practice, the sculpture was created as a fine art edition rather than a street graffiti artwork. While KAWS’ early career was built on public interventions, this large-scale sculpture required controlled production, precise fabrication, and studio craftsmanship.
The dissected form reveals the interior of the iconic Companion figure, creating a visual dialogue between the external image we present and the emotions hidden beneath the surface. The black finish gives the sculpture a powerful, timeless presence while emphasizing themes of introspection, vulnerability, mortality, and self-awareness. By exposing the figure’s internal structure, KAWS challenges traditional ideas of character design and contemporary sculpture.
Collectors recognize Four Foot Dissected Companion (Black) as a highly significant work within KAWS’ career. Its limited availability, strong connection to the artist’s most recognizable character, and importance within the evolution of contemporary sculpture contribute to its lasting market demand.
At ArtLife Gallery, we view this sculpture as a cornerstone of KAWS’ artistic legacy. Closely connected to Four Foot Dissected Companion (Brown), OriginalFake Companion, Chum, and BFF, it represents the period when KAWS firmly established himself as a leading voice in global contemporary art.