{"product_id":"frank-kozik-kidrobot-smokin-joe-stalin-bust","title":"Frank Kozik x Kidrobot “Smokin’ Joe Stalin bronze bust, 2007 limited edition of 50","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrank Kozik x Kidrobot “Smokin’ Joe Stalin” Vinyl Bronze Bust, 2007 — Limited Edition of 50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA rare and iconic piece from the late legendary artist Frank Kozik, this limited edition bronze Stalin bust, titled “Smokin’ Joe Stalin,” was released by Kidrobot in 2007 in an edition of just 50 pieces worldwide. This particular example is new old stock and includes its original box in excellent condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep up to the plate with this provocative and brilliantly subversive piece by legendary pop artist Frank Kozik. Famed for his fearless mashups of cultural and political iconography, Kozik delivers a stunning resin bust that fuses two unlikely figures: Soviet strongman Joseph Stalin and American baseball icon Joe DiMaggio.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWearing a custom-designed “Bolsheviks” baseball jersey, this sculpture blurs the lines between Cold War authoritarianism and all-American sports heroism. The result? A tongue-in-cheek commentary on power, propaganda, and pop culture – all wrapped in Kozik’s unmistakable visual flair.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bust is a powerful example of Kozik’s bold aesthetic and cultural commentary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 37 cm (14.6 in)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth: 24 cm (9.4 in)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepth: 22 cm (8.7 in)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials: Vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarkings: Stamped on the base “Kozik x Kidrobot 2007”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a rare opportunity to acquire a museum-quality piece of contemporary art toy history, combining fine art sculpture with Kozik’s irreverent cultural critique. Highly collectible and seldom seen on the market, especially in this pristine, boxed condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Art Toy will be shipped insured overseas. Cost of insured shipping to the US is Euro 145.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColors may slightly vary due to photographic lighting sources or your monitor settings. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe ship worldwide. Request a shipping quote by e-mail to tacojoustra@vintageobjects.com mentioning the piece you are interested in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are a 1stDibs Platinum dealer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frank Kozik","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50773776204119,"sku":"","price":1450.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0496\/5230\/1983\/files\/frank-kozik-x-kidrobot-smokin-joe-stalin-bronze-bust-2007-limited-468.jpg?v=1791999808","url":"https:\/\/vintageobjects.com\/products\/frank-kozik-kidrobot-smokin-joe-stalin-bust","provider":"Vintage Objects","version":"1.0","type":"link"}