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# Dutch Painter Action Figures
This Unique Van Gogh Collectible Has an Ear That Can Be Detached

By Riley von Niessen | Published 2017-02-15 | Life-Stages
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/van-gogh-collectible
References: [mashable](http://mashable.com/2017/02/14/van-gogh-action-figure-ears/?utm_campaign=Mash-Prod-RSS-Feedburner-All-Partial&utm_cid=Mash-Prod-RSS-Feedburner-All-Partial&utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/todayisartday/vincent-van-gogh-action-figure)

'Today Is Art Day' created a Van Gogh collectible that it sought funding for on Kickstarter.

Quickly, the project exceeded its funding goal by over $60,000, as thousands of backers showed interest in the product. Perfect for art history fanatics, the Van Gogh collectible makes for a great gift. With a large head and a small body, the action figure has a cartoon look that enhances the iconic Dutch painter's well-known features.

In reference to the self-destructive actions of the genius, Today Is Art Day also made one of the ears detachable. In addition, the Van Gogh collectible comes with a variety of miniature versions of some of his most celebrated works, including 'Starry Night.'

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.3/10
- Popularity: 54% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Art History Collectibles:** Creating action figures and collectibles inspired by famous artists presents a disruptive innovation opportunity in the toy industry.
- **Cartoon-style Action Figures:** Designing action figures with exaggerated features and cartoon-like appearances offers a disruptive innovation opportunity in the collectibles market.
- **Artist-inspired Miniature Replicas:** Producing miniature versions of celebrated works of renowned artists introduces a disruptive innovation opportunity in the art merchandise industry.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Toy Industry:** The toy industry can explore the creation of art history collectibles, which could attract art enthusiasts as a niche market.
- **Collectibles Market:** The collectibles market can tap into the demand for cartoon-style action figures that portray well-known artists, offering consumers a unique and visually appealing collectible experience.
- **Art Merchandise Industry:** The art merchandise industry can capitalize on the popularity of artist-inspired miniature replicas, providing art enthusiasts with a tangible and affordable way to admire celebrated works.

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