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Beeple's 'Regular Animals' Sells Out at Art Basel

12/6/2025

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Summary

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Beeple's installation 'Regular Animals' at Art Basel Miami Beach features robotic dogs with heads of Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg.
Prints labeled 'Excrement Sample' linked to NFTs are dispensed from the robots' plexiglass pen.
Editions cost $100,000 each.
The fair runs December 3–7, 2025.
All editions sold out quickly except for the Bezos version.

History

Historical Context

The 1964 New York World's Fair, featuring innovators like Walt Disney and IBM, captivated millions with its futuristic themes, setting a precedent for future exhibitions. Fast forward to 2025, Beeple's 'Regular Animals' installation at Art Basel Miami Beach merges art and technology, showcasing robotic dogs resembling tech moguls. The rapid sell-out of $100,000 editions underscores the ongoing cultural dialogue between art and technology.

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Story summary

Beeple's installation 'Regular Animals' at Art Basel Miami Beach features robotic dogs with heads of Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg.
Prints labeled 'Excrement Sample' linked to NFTs are dispensed from the robots' plexiglass pen.
Editions cost $100,000 each.
The fair runs December 3–7, 2025.
All editions sold out quickly except for the Bezos version.

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