# Rainbow Monsters Murakami, Pharrell and Jacobs Combine for Crazy Sculpture By Andrew Robichaud | Published 2009-06-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/murakami-pharrell-jacobs-sculpture References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/news/2009/06/09/takashi-murakami-x-pharrell-williams-x-jacob-co-sculpture/) & [artbasel](http://www.artbasel.com/) An odd trio of artists have come together to bring us quite the creative invention. Prolific Japanese artist [Takashi Murakami](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/takashi-murakamis-flowers-bloom), hip-hop Producer Pharrell Williams and Jewelry Connoisseur Jacobs have collaborated on the diamond studded monster sculpture. The participation is as follows: Murakami designed and built the original sculpture of the creature, Williams collected an array of his favourite items (Doritos, a condom, ice cream sneakers, a [Pepsi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pepsi-egypt) can and a cupcake) and Jacobs encrusted them with precious stones and metals. The finished product? A very abstract, but eye-grabbing, sculpture that would be a true experience to see with your own eyes. It is currently on display at the booth of Galerie Emmanuel Perrotin at [Art Basel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/can-of-art). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Collaborative Art Sculptures:** Artists from different disciplines collaborate to create unique and unconventional sculptures, providing new opportunities for art collectors and enthusiasts. - **Abstract Art Installations:** Art installations that challenge the definition of traditional art forms and push the boundaries of creativity, opening doors to innovative and unconventional expressions of art. - **Luxury Art Collectibles:** The fusion of art, luxury and collectibles provides new avenues for artists, designers and collectors to create unique and highly valuable art pieces that are not only visually appealing but also financially viable. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fine Art:** Fine art galleries, museums and auction houses can showcase collaborative art sculptures through special exhibitions and events, attracting a new audience and increasing revenue. - **Jewelry:** Jewelry designers can collaborate with artists and creatives to develop unique and striking pieces of jewelry inspired by abstract art installations, expanding their customer base and increasing their product offerings. - **Music:** Musicians and producers can work with artists and designers to create visually stunning and musically inspired art installations and sculptures, providing a new platform for creative expression and collaboration. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Whimsical Artist-Designed Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artycapucines-vii.md) - [Artist-Collaborative Colorful Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mp15.md) - [Artist-Collaborative Luxury Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-and-murakami.md) - [Maximalist Pop Art Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keiichi-tanaami.md) - [Artful Champagne Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dom-prignon-x-takashi-murakami.md) - [Playful Expansive Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collab-with-takashi-murakami.md) - [Artistic Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-x-takashi-murakami.md) - [Artist-Inspired Flower Puzzle Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/belgiandesigner.md) - [Artist-Collaborated Sporty Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tokyo-series.md)