Resting Place (Set Of 3)
by KAWS
Year: 2012-2013
Medium: Painted Cast Vinyl
Size: 9 1/4 × 8 1/4 × 11 in (each figure)
Edition of 500
A thoughtful addition to KAWS’ collectible sculpture series, Resting Place (Set Of 3) (2012–2013) comprises three painted cast vinyl figures, each measuring 9¼ × 8¼ × 11 inches, released in editions of 500. Stamped beneath the foot for authenticity, the set reflects the artist’s exploration of character, emotion, and contemporary iconography. Its cohesive presentation, limited production, and recognised provenance make it an appealing acquisition for collectors.
Resting Place (Set of 3) is a thoughtful sculptural work by KAWS that explores themes of reflection, vulnerability, and the emotional spaces people create around themselves. First introduced through KAWS’ studio and gallery practice, the work was produced as a fine art sculpture set rather than a street graffiti piece. Unlike KAWS’ early public interventions, this series required careful fabrication and controlled production, reflecting the artist’s evolution from street culture into contemporary fine art.
The three-part composition creates a quiet dialogue between form, character, and environment. KAWS uses his recognizable visual language to transform familiar figures into symbols of contemplation, connection, and human experience. The idea of a “resting place” suggests moments of pause, memory, and emotional recovery, while the simplified forms invite viewers to consider themes of isolation, comfort, and belonging.
Collectors recognize Resting Place (Set of 3) as a meaningful work within KAWS’ sculptural practice. Its limited availability, complete three-piece presentation, and connection to the artist’s evolving character-based works make it a desirable acquisition for serious contemporary art collectors.
At ArtLife Gallery, we view this set as an important expression of KAWS’ mature period. Related to Companion, Chum, BFF, and other emotionally driven sculptures, Resting Place reflects the artist’s ability to transform simple forms into powerful cultural and collectible statements.
KAWS, born Brian Donnelly in Jersey City in 1974, has become one of contemporary art’s most recognisable figures by moving between street art, fine art, fashion, and design. After studying illustration at New York’s School of Visual Arts, he worked in animation while developing a graffiti practice that soon evolved into a distinctive artistic language.
His iconic characters, including Companion, BFF, Chum, and Accomplice, blend cartoon-inspired forms with X-shaped eyes and expressive gestures. Beneath their playful appearance, KAWS explores isolation, friendship, consumer culture, and human connection. These figures have appeared across paintings, sculptures, drawings, vinyl editions, and public works, creating a visual identity that is instantly recognisable.
Collaboration became a defining part of his career. Partnerships with Medicom Toy, Uniqlo, Nike, Dior, Supreme, and other global names helped blur the boundaries between contemporary art, fashion, product design, and popular culture. His Tokyo label, OriginalFake, strengthened this crossover during the 2000s. Even today, KAWS’ approach to collaboration shows how art can move naturally between galleries, retail spaces, and everyday life.
KAWS has exhibited internationally at major museums and institutions, presenting paintings, sculptures, drawings, and collectibles to audiences far beyond the traditional gallery system. His ability to pair accessibility with artistic ambition has made him a defining figure in 21st-century visual culture. This wide reach also helps explain why KAWS has become so famous.
His influence extends into the global art market, where scarcity, edition size, provenance, condition, and cultural significance can affect value. For anyone considering investing in KAWS art, understanding the factors behind his investment market and the prices achieved at auction offers useful context for evaluating his enduring position in contemporary art.
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Resting Place (Set Of 3)
by KAWS
Year: 2012-2013
Medium: Painted Cast Vinyl
Size: 9 1/4 × 8 1/4 × 11 in (each figure)
Edition of 500
A thoughtful addition to KAWS’ collectible sculpture series, Resting Place (Set Of 3) (2012–2013) comprises three painted cast vinyl figures, each measuring 9¼ × 8¼ × 11 inches, released in editions of 500. Stamped beneath the foot for authenticity, the set reflects the artist’s exploration of character, emotion, and contemporary iconography. Its cohesive presentation, limited production, and recognised provenance make it an appealing acquisition for collectors.
Resting Place (Set of 3) is a thoughtful sculptural work by KAWS that explores themes of reflection, vulnerability, and the emotional spaces people create around themselves. First introduced through KAWS’ studio and gallery practice, the work was produced as a fine art sculpture set rather than a street graffiti piece. Unlike KAWS’ early public interventions, this series required careful fabrication and controlled production, reflecting the artist’s evolution from street culture into contemporary fine art.
The three-part composition creates a quiet dialogue between form, character, and environment. KAWS uses his recognizable visual language to transform familiar figures into symbols of contemplation, connection, and human experience. The idea of a “resting place” suggests moments of pause, memory, and emotional recovery, while the simplified forms invite viewers to consider themes of isolation, comfort, and belonging.
Collectors recognize Resting Place (Set of 3) as a meaningful work within KAWS’ sculptural practice. Its limited availability, complete three-piece presentation, and connection to the artist’s evolving character-based works make it a desirable acquisition for serious contemporary art collectors.
At ArtLife Gallery, we view this set as an important expression of KAWS’ mature period. Related to Companion, Chum, BFF, and other emotionally driven sculptures, Resting Place reflects the artist’s ability to transform simple forms into powerful cultural and collectible statements.
KAWS, born Brian Donnelly in Jersey City in 1974, has become one of contemporary art’s most recognisable figures by moving between street art, fine art, fashion, and design. After studying illustration at New York’s School of Visual Arts, he worked in animation while developing a graffiti practice that soon evolved into a distinctive artistic language.
His iconic characters, including Companion, BFF, Chum, and Accomplice, blend cartoon-inspired forms with X-shaped eyes and expressive gestures. Beneath their playful appearance, KAWS explores isolation, friendship, consumer culture, and human connection. These figures have appeared across paintings, sculptures, drawings, vinyl editions, and public works, creating a visual identity that is instantly recognisable.
Collaboration became a defining part of his career. Partnerships with Medicom Toy, Uniqlo, Nike, Dior, Supreme, and other global names helped blur the boundaries between contemporary art, fashion, product design, and popular culture. His Tokyo label, OriginalFake, strengthened this crossover during the 2000s. Even today, KAWS’ approach to collaboration shows how art can move naturally between galleries, retail spaces, and everyday life.
KAWS has exhibited internationally at major museums and institutions, presenting paintings, sculptures, drawings, and collectibles to audiences far beyond the traditional gallery system. His ability to pair accessibility with artistic ambition has made him a defining figure in 21st-century visual culture. This wide reach also helps explain why KAWS has become so famous.
His influence extends into the global art market, where scarcity, edition size, provenance, condition, and cultural significance can affect value. For anyone considering investing in KAWS art, understanding the factors behind his investment market and the prices achieved at auction offers useful context for evaluating his enduring position in contemporary art.