#collectible statues

[savage-kult-of-gorthaur]

"...THE SECRET AGENT DIVES HEADFIRST INTO HER NEXT MISSION, INFLITRATING THE STRONGHOLDS..."

PIC(S) INFO: Spotlight on promo shots for Sideshow and Premium Collectibles Studio Aeon Flux 1:3 Scale Statue, a surreal sci-fi collectible inspired by MTV’s cult classic animated series. Limited to 400 pieces worldwide, c. 2023.

MINI-OVERVIEW: "The gravity-defying Aeon Flux 1:3 Scale Statue measures 39.5” tall and 17” wide as the secret agent dives headfirst into her next mission, infiltrating the strongholds of dictatorial Bregna. The dystopian city’s scientific, overbearing aesthetic is evident in the stylized base while Aeon Flux descends with her pistol in hand. She must evade detection and overcome enemy combatants with her espionage abilities on her path to assassinate the tyrant Trevor Goodchild."

-- SIDESHOW COLLECTIBLES, c. early 2023

Source: www.sideshow.com/collectibles/aeon-flux-pcs-909584.

[feldplaybackexperiment]

Three-dimensional sculpture of Li II by H. R. Giger from McFarlane Toys (2003)

[jfkkenndy]

need the world to know how much it means to me when james wilson wears his cozy clothes

[dailyfigures]

Nyota Uhura ; Star Trek ☆ Kotobukiya

[motelgoth]

Anne Stokes Statue ☆

[graphic--horde]

spme of the stamps I made / collected for my spacehey profile

[hoaxghost]

Some File Recovery demon lore! Feat a rather unfortunate example

Angels outnumbered The Fallen by a great deal so many demons resorted to splitting themselves off to boost numbers. Many also took this root to essentially end their conscious, a thing that is rarely ever allowed for immortal beings such as them.

Splits are essentially their own people, the more simpler way I could prob describe this method is 'Reverse 2048'

Also a fun lil fact but Stolforns and Sezzi are of the same Split tree, with the latter often calling the other his brother.

[gooberscollage]

Various Antiques From Antique Price Guides

Sources: Miller's collectibles handbook & price guide 2014-2015 by Judith Miller and Collectables handbook & price guide 2016-2017 by Judith Miller

[kenro199x]

Spiral Studio's Burning Godzilla Statue - Deluxe Edition

The weather in the DMV (DC, MD, and VA) swings like a pendulum. Bright and sunny one hour, and the next, we're hit with rain followed by more swings in weather. This was a pain to shoot as it started drizzling when we assembled him. We, and I say we because this isn't a one-person setup, tried the following evening again to get some shots in as the sun went down. I got some great photos with the light-up features on full display (hoping they all worked without issue) and with the help of a 100 ft extension cord. Eventually, I got all the images I needed. The pictures speak for themselves.

My only drawback with this release is that the largest of the two boxes was too tight of a fit for the styrofoam casing. No matter what, we could only remove the statue by cutting the box open, which never happens, but it did this time. I was disappointed, considering their Spiral King Ghidorah DX was packaged immaculately with zero issues removing and repackaging him afterward. I don't know if that was just an isolated incident with me or if this has happened to other collectors.

That aside, the Burning DX is beautiful and a highlight of 2023, collecting-wise. We're only in May, but this has taken the lead in my Kaiju Collectable of the Year.

Props to Awesome Collector and Kaiju Live for bringing this titan home!

IG: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cr_EXU7uYF3/

[nijuukoo]

Hooo-leee shit! Nick!! We gotta find this warehouse or somethin', man, 'cause we need this Bigfoot statue!!

[cosmicjoke]

Here’s my Levi vs Kenny resin statue by JR Studio! Freakin’ thing took me almost 4 hours to put together. Things just weren’t slotting together easily and I was sure at certain points I was going to break something. Luckily that didn’t happen. Anyway, it’s 1/6 scale and measures about 20 inches high.

[savage-kult-of-gorthaur]

RIP YOU IN TWO WITH HIS CARBONADIUM COILS -- THE RED RIPPER.

PIC(S) INFO: Spotlight on digital renderings of Wolverine nemesis and all around X-Villain, OMEGA RED, the 3D sculptings were used in O.R. premium statue by XM Studios.

3D artist: Alvaro Ribeiro

Art direction: Ang Seng and Brian Kucharek

Concept art: Hive

Resolution at 1920x2418 & 1217x1600.

Source: https://alvaro3d.artstation.com/projects/wl8gX.

[feldplaybackexperiment]

Preview photographs of four three-dimensional sculptures comprising The Passage Temple by H. R. Giger from McFarlane Toys (2003)

[artmindlens]

The Son of Man by René Magritte (1964)

The Psychology of Transgression and Guilt Magritte’s The Son of Man immediately captivates with its two central symbols: the apple and the figure’s formal attire. The apple, suspended in front of the man’s face, evokes not only the biblical narrative of Eden but also the Oedipal Complex, where transgression against the father’s law leads to guilt. In the biblical tale, Adam consumes the forbidden fruit offered by Eve, symbolizing the birth of self-awareness, shame, and the burden of guilt. In this painting, the man’s face is concealed behind the apple, echoing the unresolved guilt from that original transgression.

From a psychoanalytic perspective, the apple mirrors the child’s desire for the mother and the violation of paternal boundaries, evoking the tension between desire and punishment. Before consuming the apple, Adam was unaware of his nakedness, just as the child, before transgressing paternal laws, is innocent of their own desires. Magritte’s man, in contrast, is fully dressed—his body covered by a formal suit, suggesting an overcompensation for that earlier transgression. His attire, like the suit of a corporate leader, represents conformity to societal rules and the defensive structures built to contain one’s hidden impulses.

However, it’s the apple that holds the deepest psychological weight. By hiding the man’s face—his core of identity and expression—it creates a psychological tension between the desire to be seen and the fear of being exposed. For a leader or executive, this speaks to the unconscious burden carried beneath the polished exterior, where the drive for success is continually shaped by the fear of transgression and the guilt of overstepping social or professional boundaries.

The Suit as a Symbol of Conformity and Defense The man’s formal attire serves as more than just a uniform of professionalism—it becomes a psychological defense. The suit, much like the hat perched atop his head, symbolizes social status and conformity, a way to signal adherence to the expectations of society, much like corporate leaders navigate the demands of shareholders, regulatory bodies, and industry norms. Yet, behind this polished exterior, the apple remains—a reminder that no matter how much we align ourselves with social structures, the hidden burden of guilt and the desire to transgress still linger beneath the surface.

Leaders who resonate with this painting might feel an unconscious connection to this duality of identity. On one hand, they must project a facade of control, success, and conformity. On the other, they may grapple with the weight of unresolved guilt from past decisions or actions—choices that, like the apple, remain hidden from public view but deeply influence their sense of self.

Transgression, Authority, and the Pursuit of Power The Oedipal Complex present in this work also extends into the realms of power and authority. The apple, symbolizing forbidden desire, creates a tension with the suit, a marker of societal success and control. For those drawn to this painting, it may evoke a subconscious acknowledgment of the transgressive impulses that often drive ambition—the desire to challenge authority and push past boundaries, while simultaneously seeking approval from the very structures they seek to defy.

For executives or professionals who might display this work, The Son of Man serves as a psychological mirror, reflecting the internal struggles faced in their journey toward leadership. The fear of exposure, the guilt of transgression, and the need for external validation all intertwine within the image. It reminds us that no matter how elevated one becomes in status or authority, the unconscious drive to rebel and the weight of guilt are never fully erased.

The Apple as the Unconscious Burden of Guilt At its core, the apple not only hides the man’s face but represents the guilt of wanting more—more power, more success, more control. In leadership, this often translates into a continuous striving for achievement while carrying the fear of overstepping boundaries. The man’s face, hidden yet central, reminds us that in the pursuit of success, there is always a part of the self that remains concealed—driven by past transgressions and the desire to surpass societal limitations.

For those drawn to this painting, it could signal an unconscious recognition of the cost of ambition—that the pursuit of power, while necessary, also comes with a burden of guilt and the need to reconcile one’s hidden desires with public expectations.

[dailyfigures]

Hatsune Miku ; Vocaloid ☆ Prime 1 Studio

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