18k gold-plated, hand-beaded, and hand-polished three times, these creatures use character, humor, and craftsmanship to prove that high-end art does not have to be boring.
Raised in Austin, Texas, twins Niki and Simon Haas founded the Haas Brothers in Los Angeles in 2010. They’ve since evolved into multidisciplinary artists, working in fashion, film, art, and design.
The world-renowned artists have had their work featured in museums such as the Bass Museum of Art in Miami Beach; the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York City; and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
In 2019, the Haas Brothers received the prestigious Visionary Artist Award, granted by the Museum of Arts and Design in New York City, which recognizes creativity and workmanship that drives innovation.
Give back to the local community of artisans who create these unforgettable pieces. By adding these handcrafted creatures to your collection, you show support to the talented Haas Sisters and contribute to the 30% of profits that go into benefiting their community of Lost Hills.
Give BackThe Haas Brothers’ love for innovation led them to collaborating with the women of Lost Hills, a small agricultural town in California’s Central Valley.
The women’s intricate beading skills paired with the Haas Brothers’ artistic visions became a quick sensation, leading to their first project debuting in the Bass Museum of Art in Miami Beach. The success of their collaboration led to their current project, Microfreaks.
The Haas Sisters are now published artists who not only earn a living for themselves, but contribute to improving the lives of others. Thirty percent of profit from their artwork goes back to the community and people of Lost Hills. Their work, including Microfreaks, is proof that community art can transform lives.
Dr. Licky is a creature of the rain forest. With a taste for helping others, she uses her elongated tongue to lick and explore the tropical terrain for new medicines to heal people around the world. Dr. Licky is a funky addition to your collection and will encourage you to have a heart as big as her tongue.
Material: Pewter base, double brass-plated,18k gold-plated, and hand polished 3 times.
Dimensions: 4 3/4 in. (H), 4 3/4 in. (W), 3 1/4 in. (D)
Weight: 3.5 lbs / 56 oz / 157.7 g
The embodiment of keeping your cool, Hot Shot uses her stalked eyes to watch for threatening volcanic eruptions and gladly swims through boiling lava to make sure others are safe. Hot Shot will add some heat to your collection and inspire you to be a hero.
Material: Pewter base, double brass-plated, 18k gold-plated, and hand polished 3 times.
Dimensions: 6 in. (H), 3 1/8 in. (W), 3 1/4 in. (D)
Weight: 2.2 lbs / 35.2 oz / 997.9 g
Lip Tide can be found lounging on the beach, with her spiky top blending in with bushes and palm trees. Her balloon-like lips buoy her through crashing waves and rip tides, making her a mighty lifeguard. Lip Tide will give your collection some chill vibes and remind you to go with the flow.
Material: Pewter base, double brass-plated, 18k gold-plated, and hand polished 3 times.
Dimensions: 4 in. (H), 4 1/4 in. (W), 4 3/8 in. (D)
Weight: 3.5 lbs / 56 oz / 1587.7 g
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