Purple Pig with Mohawk (Squishmallow)
Plush sculpture, mass-produced textile collectible • Kelly Toys Holdings LLC (Jazwares), Squishmallows brand
Style & Movement
Contemporary Pop Culture / Kawaii Aesthetic (Japanese-influenced 'cuteness' movement)
Medium & Technique
Super-soft polyester spandex blend (marshmallow-like) with synthetic fiber stuffing; sublimation printing for tie-dye effect, embroidered details (eyes, nostrils), and faux-fur application for the mohawk.
Creation Period
Early 21st Century (c. 2020-2023)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 8-12 inches (standard medium plush size); spherical/oblate spheroid format
Subject Description
An ovoid, anthropomorphic pig character featuring a purple and pink tie-dye pattern. It includes a white snout, embroidered black eyes with lashes, a cream-colored belly, and a tuft of long purple faux-fur forming a mohawk held by a metallic headband.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good; retains original hang tags, though the surface shows slight dust and retail display wear.
Estimated Market Value
$10.00 - $25.00 USD
Auction Estimate
$5.00 - $15.00 USD
Provenance History
Mass-market retail distribution (indicated by plastic tag fastener and retail shelving background).
Art Historical Significance
Represents the 'blind bag' and collectible plush craze of the post-2010 era. Squishmallows have cultural significance as a pandemic-era comfort object and a major phenomenon in secondary-market toy collecting.
Notable Features
Includes a metallic/shimmer fabric headband and a distinctive purple 'punk' mohawk, differentiating it from standard pig models.
Condition Issues
Minor surface lint; potential matting of the faux-fur mohawk due to handling; retail shelving scuffing on the underside.
Conservation Recommendations
Surface wash only with mild detergent; avoid high heat (which melts synthetic 'mallow' fibers); store in a dust-free environment out of direct UV light to prevent fading of the sublimation dye.