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Yes, art in China rocks. I’m not even talking about the Mao looking work that’s all influenced by the Cultural Revolution, but I’m talking about just talent that’s showing at the 798 which is an art area. It’s easy to say, that art in China is hot, but it’s also hot in Japan as well, and I’m sure it’s hot in other spots, but walking around, I saw a lot of great work. So much all around, it’s amazing. You’ll see more later for sure. That’s Daniel with an artist we met, Wang Fei.
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Want to know what a watch worth more than a house can look like? Richard Mille watches are high end, so high end, they often don't have any in their shops. They might have more employees sitting around than watches. This one's titanium with a lot of bling added. Tons of diamonds and a solid feel. It's actually quite thick and it's all hand made. Different version of their watches are for different...
Want to know what a watch worth more than a house can look like? Richard Mille watches are high end, so high end, they often don’t have any in their shops. They might have more employees sitting around than watches. This one’s titanium with a lot of bling added. Tons of diamonds and a solid feel. It’s actually quite thick and it’s all hand made. Different version of their watches are for different people, and they are often customized. See the balls of metal that roll around to help keep the time right? That’s how a pendulum system should work. There’s something like 20,000 parts that make this watch tick. Guess where this watch sells the most? I know the answer thanks to the rep, and I guessed it on my second try.
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One of the best parts about Geisai is running into some of the folks who are older friends, and some who are new. Some are well known, and some unknown. People come out to Geisai. who are as great and influential as KAWS and Masamichi Katayama.
Sashie with his hair cut.
I won't even try.
Mr Ohata
One of the best parts about Geisai is running into some of the folks who are older friends, and some who are new. Some are well known, and some unknown. People come out to Geisai. who are as great and influential as KAWS and Masamichi Katayama. Sashie with his hair cut. I won’t even try. Mr Ohata
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