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Janky is a line of designer vinyl toys created by Superplastic, a brand known for producing high-quality, limited-edition art toys. Janky figures are stylized, anthropomorphic characters that reflect Superplastic’s bold, playful aesthetic and their focus on art-driven collectibles. The Janky line is known for its wide range of characters, often designed in collaboration with notable artists from the world of street art, pop culture, and toy design. The Janky line has made a significant impact in the designer toy and urban vinyl community, especially with its collaborative approach and its ability to bring popular artists into the world of art toys. The blind box element has contributed to a gamified experience, with collectors excited to hunt for rare and exclusive characters. With its vibrant, playful designs, Janky has become an accessible entry point for both seasoned collectors and newcomers to the world of art toys. Superplastic’s Janky line is known for its combination of fun, collectible art, and high-quality craftsmanship, making it one of the most popular and influential series in the designer toy world. Janky Series One features over 20 different designs by world-famous artists. Each 3.5-inch vinyl toy is packed in its own sealed surprise box. You'll never know which Janky is inside until you open the box. Some Jankys are secret. Some are rare! International artists in this set including: Pete Fowler, Dalek, Junko Mizuno, Huck Gee, Ricardo Carvolo, Jake Parker, El Grand Chamaco, Camilla D’Erricco, Joe Ledbetter, Mark Gmehling, Sket One, and Tado. Collect 'em all! Superplastic is leading a digital revolution managing a roster of globally recognized synthetic celebrities with over 19 million followers across social media. Follow along in the ever-expanding Superplastic universe and watch fresh takes and mind-blowing unconventional brand partnerships from Gucci to Fortnite be brought to life. Influenced by classic animation, graphic design, and daily life, Joe Ledbetter's art is... well... a lot of things. Light-hearted in its approach, he often combines cute and cuddly creatures with unfortunate — albeit humorous — situations. With a lean on the subversive and absurd, these scenarios are all too familiar, questioning our tendency of taking life (and ourselves) too seriously. While working as a graphic apparel artist for three years, Ledbetter got involved in the Los Angeles underground art scene, beginning with group shows like Cannibal Flower. By the summer of 2004, he had honed his trademark visual style of emblematic line-work, vibrant colors, and endearing characters to the point of quitting his day job. With international appeal, he has had numerous solo exhibitions in Los Angeles, Tokyo, London, Paris, Rome, Toronto, Taipei, Istanbul, and Amsterdam. His incredible cast of creatures have since been emblazoned on over 100 designer vinyl toys, as well as apparel and lifestyle brands, the world over.
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- Released date May 15, 2018
- Retail Price $10.95
- Height 3.00"
- Width n/a
- Edition n/a
- Ratio 2/24

