KAWS, Blame Game (Portfolio of 10 Prints), 2014
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Main reasons to invest
Return Potential: An investment of €500 could reach an estimated value of €1,209 in 4 years.
Cost-to-Return Ratio: With just 3.3% annual total costs, your net profit could be 24.7% per year.
Exceptional Returns: Iconic street art set is a rare complete portfolio of 10 screenprints that embodies the artist’s iconic visual language and cultural impact, with a conservative 6.9% price buffer applied to account for market and liquidity risk.
Description
- 2–4 Year Horizon: Planned exit between 2028 and 2030 to capture continued demand and growing collector interest in KAWS limited edition prints.
- 24.7% Net ROI p.a. (Balanced): Based on a probability-weighted scenario using recent contemporary art market studies and observed KAWS print performance.
- 33.2% Net ROI p.a. (Ambitious): Reflects a stronger upside scenario supported by rarity, collector appeal, and strong demand for this portfolio configuration.
- 6.9% Buffer to Reference Price Entry pricing was verified below current market value after fees, supporting an attractive acquisition basis.
- Market Benchmark: The Blame Game portfolio has demonstrated strong performance with a historical CAGR of 44.0% (12/2017 - 08/2020), providing an important market reference point for valuation.
- Sharpe Ratio of 0.88: Indicates an attractive risk-adjusted return profile relative to expected appreciation.
- VaR 92.1%: Modelled probability that the asset value exceeds the initial investment after four years.
- Standard Deviation (29.4%): Reflects moderate volatility for a contemporary art print portfolio with established market activity.
- 3 Comparables: The investment case is anchored by three relevant market comparables, underlining both market depth and liquidity.
The KAWS Blame Game portfolio is a defining work from one of the most influential contemporary artists of the 21st century. Released in 2014, this set of 10 prints captures the full breadth of KAWS' visual language: bold color, emotionally charged iconography, and a seamless fusion of street culture and fine art. It represents a rare opportunity to acquire a complete, curated collection that reflects the artist's evolution and cultural impact.
KAWS has transcended the traditional art market, achieving global recognition through museum exhibitions, high-profile collaborations, and record-breaking auction results. His work appeals to a broad and growing collector base, from institutional buyers to younger audiences drawn to his accessible yet conceptually rich aesthetic. The Blame Game portfolio sits at the intersection of scarcity, cultural relevance, and artistic credibility.
The market for KAWS prints remains robust, supported by strong secondary market liquidity and consistent demand across geographies. This portfolio format, complete and intact, is particularly desirable among serious collectors who value cohesion and provenance.
For investors, the appeal lies in proven historical performance, verified pricing discipline, cultural significance, and access to a globally recognized artist whose work continues to shape contemporary art and design.
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