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The Vader Project is a reimagining of the iconic Darth Vader helmet curated by Dov Kelemer and Sarah Jo Marks of DKE Toys (dketoys.com). Kelemer and Marks gathered close to 100 of the hottest underground and pop surrealist painters, artists, and designers to participate. For this unique project each artist was given a 1:1 scale authentic prop replica of the actual Darth Vader helmet used in the STAR WARS™ films. The helmets served as a blank canvas for each artist to paint, design, mash up, and customize. Akiyoshi Chino is a popular artist and toy designer known for his Kumano Gollo Bear vinyl art figures. These figures are part of a limited edition series and are highly sought after by collectors. Chino's work often features a bear character, sometimes referred to as "Gollo Bear," in urban settings.