Inspired by the look of El Chapo Guzmán, the Mexican drug lord who heads the Sinaloa Cartel, artist
Frank Mysterio's fantastic "Narquito" figure has a diminutive "gangsta" with the look appropriate to the area, complete with AK-47. In contrast to how this lifestyle is venerated through narco-corrido music, causing people to dress & act like someone involved in this scene regardless of if they're connected or not, Mysterio's rendition is a satirical defiance to the trend rather than glorification of it. Standing 3½-inches tall and cast in Japanese vinyl, these "Narquito" figures have been hand-painted by
Javier Jiménez. Limited to an edition of 5 pieces titled "Por Vida," which literally translates as "For Life," a phrase commonly uttered by those that are truly dedicated to something, willing to sacrifice themselves for the greater cause. Available right now from the
StickUp Monsters online shop for $35 apiece.
No comments
Post a Comment