Summary
Take is a 2020 open edition vinyl sculpture produced by KAWS through his KAWSONE webshop, standing 13.4 inches tall. It depicts BFF — the shaggy, X-eyed character KAWS introduced in 2016 — cradling a small Companion doll in its arms, the direct inverse of the Share figure released a few months earlier, in which Companion holds a miniature BFF. The black colorway is tonal: a black BFF holding a black Companion, with the X eyes and sculpted fur texture carrying the contrast. The composition traces to KAWS's BLACKOUT exhibition at Skarstedt, London in late 2019. Released June 9, 2020 at $360 retail, Take dropped in three colorways — black, blue, and pink — as an unnumbered open edition.
Why It Matters
Take belongs to the run of named sculptures — Together, Share, Along the Way — through which KAWS translated gallery-scale compositions into accessible vinyl. The gesture of one character carrying another reads as protection and dependency, themes KAWS worked through repeatedly between 2018 and 2020. The June 2020 release also carried weight beyond the object: KAWS directed a portion of proceeds to Black Lives Matter and Color of Change, tying the drop to its cultural moment.
Collector Perspective
With 131 recorded resales and a median around $580, the black Take is the most liquid colorway of the release and trades comfortably above its $360 retail. The recorded range runs from $54 to $685 — the low end almost always reflects loose, boxless, or damaged examples, while sealed or complete-in-box pieces cluster near the top. Black colorways consistently draw the deepest bidding across the named-sculpture series, and the paired BFF-and-Companion composition gives Take crossover appeal with dedicated BFF collectors. The latest recorded sale in our dataset is February 2026.
FAQ
What does the KAWS Take figure depict?
Take shows BFF, KAWS's furry X-eyed character, carrying a small Companion doll in its arms. It is the mirror image of the Share figure from earlier in 2020, where Companion holds a miniature BFF instead.
What is the edition size of Take (Black)?
Take is an unnumbered open edition — KAWS never disclosed a production quantity and the figures carry no edition number. Open editions were produced to meet demand during the ordering window on KAWSONE.
Is the Take figure signed by KAWS?
No. Open edition vinyls are not individually signed. Authentic examples carry molded copyright and production markings on the underside of the feet, which serve as the factory identification.
How do I know a Take figure is authentic?
Counterfeits of KAWS open editions are common. Check the weight, paint separation at the X eyes, foot stamps, and the quality of the box printing — and buy from a trusted dealer who guarantees authenticity rather than relying on photos alone.
Did the Take release support a charitable cause?
Yes. When Take dropped on June 9, 2020, KAWS committed a portion of proceeds to Black Lives Matter and Color of Change. That context is part of the piece's history and distinguishes it within the open edition series.