Blue Light Malvin

Dead Beat City is the creative alias of Barnaby Purdy, a UK-based artist renowned for his distinctive resin-cast art toys, particularly his signature Kuma Bear figures. Purdy’s meticulous craftsmanship and innovative designs have garnered him a dedicated following among art toy enthusiasts worldwide.  In September 2021, Purdy held his inaugural solo exhibition at the Clutter Gallery in New York, showcasing a diverse array of Kuma Bear iterations, including double-casts, hyper bears, zombies, and the “Off Bear” series. This exhibition also introduced “Malvin,” a new figure developed in collaboration with fellow artist Muffinman. Malte Fulda, professionally known as Muffinman, is a German artist specializing in designer toys and sculptures. Since entering the art toy scene in 2013, he has gained recognition for his handcrafted resin figures, particularly his signature “Young Robin” series.  Fulda’s “Young Robin” creations are celebrated for their intricate detailing and imaginative designs, often released in limited editions with unique themes and colorways. Notable editions include the “Pumpkin Robin,” “Techno Starling Robin,” and “Dracupar Robin.”  Clutter Gallery is a leading contemporary art gallery specializing in the vibrant world of designer toys and lowbrow art. Located in the artistic community of Beacon, New York (home to the world famous Dia museum), Clutter Gallery has established itself as a premier destination for collectors and enthusiasts alike. Since its inception in 2011, the gallery has been dedicated to showcasing the work of both established and emerging artists who push the boundaries of pop culture, street and low-brow art. In addition to its dynamic exhibitions, Clutter Gallery also houses an impressive permanent collection of Designer Toys, curated by the team behind its renowned print publication. This collection serves as a testament to the gallery’s deep-rooted connection to the designer toy movement and its commitment to preserving and celebrating this unique art form. Resin-casting and bear-making genius, Dead Beat City, presents his extraordinary first solo show! Known for his precision and quality, his figures are highly sought-after and coveted by collectors the world over! Often using pop-culture references he is most known for his Kuma Bear creation, taking on many different forms; double-casts, hyper bears, zombies, and the Off Bear, to name a few. This solo show will feature the new never before seen “Malvin” figure, a brand new collaboration with the equally awesome Muffinman, making this show super special!