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Art-Inspired Plush Toys

The ‘Build-A-Bear X Van Gogh Museum Sunflowers Bear’ is a Collectors Item

— January 24, 2022 — Art & Design
The ‘Online Exclusive Build-A-Bear x Van Gogh Museum Sunflowers Bear Bow Bundle’ pays tribute to one of the artist’s famous paintings. The yellow bear is adorned in an all-over-print of Van Gogh’s Sunflower painting. As a finishing touch, Van Gogh’s original signature is featured on the pad of its foot as well as on its royal blue gift bow. It is the perfect gift to express gratitude to those who mean a lot to you, just as the sunflower paintings were an expression of gratitude.

It is also a bear with a good cause as, according to the description, every purchase “supports the work of the Van Gogh Museum.” Art lovers and collectors can purchase the Online Exclusive Build-A-Bear x Van Gogh Museum Sunflowers Bear Bow Bundle on the Build-A-Bear website.

Image Credit: Build-A-Bear, Van Gogh Museum
Trend Themes
1. Art-inspired Collectibles - Art-inspired versions of toys and collectibles showcase the potential for collaborations between different industries to create unique products.
2. Art Museum Merchandise - More art museums can benefit from creating exclusive merchandise like plush toys to not only build their brand but also support their work and mission.
3. Cause-driven Consumerism - Products that have a charitable aspect or contribute to a cause can appeal to consumers who want to make a difference through their purchases.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Industry - The toy industry can explore partnerships with art museums to create exclusive and unique products that combine art and play for children and collectors.
2. Art Museum Industry - More art museums can develop their merchandise offerings to include more unique and creative products like plush toys to support their work and engage a wider audience.
3. Retail Industry - Retailers can tap into the growing trend of cause-driven consumerism by partnering with charities or organizations and creating unique products that support a good cause.
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