Opening last Friday (October 28th) at Chicago’s esteemed Rotofugi gallery, Gary Baseman’s latest mini-exhibition, ‘Toby’s Secret Society’, celebrates the release of the artist’s new blind-box toy series, a collaboration with leading lifestyle brand and art toy manufacturer, Kidrobot. The collection of 15 original works have been drawn on vintage book pages, in Baseman’s iconic deadpan style, depicting the Goddess of Dreams, Princess of Secrets, and the Knight of Good Fortune amongst others from Toby’s enchanting yet odd ball world.
The toy series, one of many projects Baseman and Kidrobot have collaborated on, was released October 20th. Featuring over 12 different designs (including several Toby variants), the 3″ toys have been limited to just 2,500 cases, so won’t be around for long!
Toby’s Secret Society Series- Kidrobot x Gary Baseman 2011
“The mythologies behind any secret society are complex and powerful. From the Masons to the Illuminati, mystery, intrigue, and deep spiritual roots can be traced back through their histories in both subtle and dangerous ways.
Toby, the protector of dreams, memories, and darkest secrets, commands a sect of 11 spirits and brethren – the Disciple, the Princess of Secrets, the Goddess of Dreams, the Knight of Good Fortune, and the Seven Sacred Magi: Compassion, Destiny, Freedom, Lust, Love, Trust, and Truth – a select group of figures chosen to represent the impulses of man.”
-Kidrobot press
The collection of 15 original drawings are now available to view and purchase through Rotofugi’s shop for the princely sum of $600 each. Slightly more affordable, Kidrobot and Gary Baseman’s toy series can be had for $9.95 each from all good art toy purveyors.
A selection of Baseman’s ‘Toby’s Secret Society Drawings, Rotofugi
(photos- rotofugi)
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