KAWS (B.1974), ATTRIBUTED TO, ACRYLIC ON CANVAS

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Lot number	45
Estimate	10,000.00 - 20,000.00 USD
Category	Fine Art & Prints
Auction	Oct Ancient Art & Paintings & Collectibles
Date	October 19, 2026 at 3:45 PM EDT
Auction house	Yakon Auctions
Location	Germantown, Maryland

Image Size: 22 by 28 inches (56 by 71 cm) All measurements are approximate. Signed (reverse) This vibrant acrylic on canvas captures the instantly recognizable visual lexicon of KAWS, a contemporary artist celebrated for his fusion of pop culture and conceptual art. The composition centers on a close-up of SpongeBob SquarePants, reimagined through KAWS's signature graphic vocabulary-most notably the X-marked eyes, simplified outlines, and flat color planes. The exaggerated facial expression, with wide eyes and parted teeth, conveys a manic exuberance that is both humorous and unsettling, reflecting KAWS's subversive reinterpretation of commercial cartoon imagery. KAWS, born Brian Donnelly in Jersey City in 1974, rose to prominence in the 1990s street art scene before transitioning to fine art, sculpture, and collectible design. His work frequently deconstructs cultural icons such as Mickey Mouse, Snoopy, and SpongeBob, filtering them through a lens of irony and existential reflection. This particular work typifies his early 2000s aesthetic, combining pop abstraction with a wry visual commentary on the saturation of media and branding in contemporary society. ALL PROPERTY IS SOLD AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH NO RETURNS OR CANCELLATIONS. Additional photographs and condition reports may be provided upon request as a courtesy only. Any condition report, catalogue description, image, certificate, report, document, authentication statement, authentication opinion, specialist opinion, or communication regarding origin, date, age, attribution, authenticity, authorship, signature, condition, provenance, or value is an opinion only and not a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Yakon Auctions. The absence of reference to defects, restoration, wear, damage, handling marks, conservation, alteration, or repair does not mean the lot is free from such matters. Photographs are for reference only and may not accurately reflect color, tone, dimensions, condition, signature details, or the true state of the lot. Buyers should review all images carefully, as they form part of the description. Provenance is provided by the consignor, prior owner, or most recent owner and may not be supported by records. All reports, COAs, appraisals, authentication letters, provenance statements, invoices, labels, or related documents, including any opinions, analyses, or conclusions therein, are provided as received from the consignor, prior owner, or third party, and have not been independently verified by Yakon Auctions. Such materials are for reference only and are not guarantees of authenticity, authorship, signature, origin, age, period, provenance, condition, or value. All artworks, antiques, collectibles, autographed items, signed memorabilia, music memorabilia, records, photographs, posters, entertainment collectibles, and related items are offered based on information and documentation provi

KAWS (B.1974), ATTRIBUTED TO, ACRYLIC ON CANVAS

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