A distinctive object at the intersection of collectible design and fashion cult object culture, the Medicom x Undercover Gilapple Light transforms a familiar form into a sculptural accent piece. Released… Read more
A distinctive object at the intersection of collectible design and fashion cult object culture, the Medicom x Undercover Gilapple Light transforms a familiar form into a sculptural accent piece. Released in 2016, this collaboration between Japanese toy‑maker Medicom Toy and avant‑garde fashion label UNDERCOVER reimagines the apple motif — a recurring emblem in UNDERCOVER’s archives — as a functional light with playful, tactile presence.
Crafted as a compact object with a weighted form and smooth finish, the Gilapple Light conceals a functional lamp mechanism, activated and dimmed via the stalk at the top, which doubles as a control. Produced in limited quantities, it balances interactive design with collectible appeal, reflecting UNDERCOVER’s subcultural aesthetic and Medicom’s precision craftsmanship. The piece functions as both a design object and a nod to the intersection of contemporary art, fashion, and collectible culture.
Approximate specifications (object):
• Width: ~9–11 cm • Height: ~9–11 cm • Depth: ~9–11 cm • Weight: ~120 g
