Earlier this month, pop icon and founder of the digital auction platform JOOPITER, Pharrell Williams, made a stop in Seoul to host an exclusive online auction featuring fashion collectibles and personal items from none other than K-pop legend, G-Dragon (지드래곤). The auction, titled “Nothing but a ‘G’ Thang: The Art & Archive of G-Dragon,” ran until 10th September.
Famous for his “One of a Kind” and flawless fashion sense, fans were eager to snag some of the BIGBANG (빅뱅) member’s prized possessions. With G-Dragon’s solo comeback just around the corner, the auction was met with massive success, raking in a total profit of $1,203,125 (RM5,224,987.91). Here are the top 12 highest-selling items from the event:
1. G-Dragon SAGA FURS
A vibrant and iconic colourful 100% fox fur coat, famously worn by G-Dragon during his solo performances on the 2015 BIGBANG MADE TOUR and his iconic 2014 MAMA solo rap performance in Hong Kong. This coat holds deep sentimental value to both G-Dragon and fans, who remember these legendary moments in K-pop history.
- Estimate: $100,000 – $150,000 (RM433,276.49 – RM649,903.54)
- Final Price: $125,000 (RM541,586.28)
2. G-Dragon Daisy Lapel Pin
This PEACEMINUSONE daisy lapel pin was crafted by the legendary jeweller Jacob & Co. himself, exclusive for this JOOPITER auction. Featuring 9.31ct round brilliant cut white diamonds, 1.94ct round yellow sapphires, and 4.20ct round tsavorites set in 18K White Gold, this pin is both jewellery and a wearable work of art.
- Estimate: $90,000 – $120,000 (RM390,024 – RM520,032)
- Final Price: $112,500 (RM487,530)
3. G-Dragon Para-Noise Air Force 1 Friends & Family
The Classic Air Force 1 ’07 was redesigned by G-Dragon under his label in a limited edition of just 88 pairs. This sample includes black and white laces, daisy and PEACEMINUSONE logo details, and a custom “STAFF” tag. It features signature details like the signature flower on the tongue and black paint on the soles, and comes with a unique box designed by the singer, complete with plastic daisies inside.
- Estimate: $80,000 – $100,000 (RM346,680 – RM433,350)
- Final Price: $95,000 (RM411,683)
4. G-Dragon “Truth Dare (A Boy)” Customized Goyard Trunk
Personalised and hand painted by artist Lee Juri, this red Goyard trunk is reflective of a scene from BIGBANG’s “Loser” music video where he appears with “Truth Dare” written on across his neck.
- Estimate: $30,000 – $40,000 (RM130,013 – RM173,357)
- Final Price: $57,500 (RM249,201)
5. G-Dragon Personal Art #4 Lot 14
The “Crooked” singer created this painting during the production of his 2017 “Kwon Ji Yong” album. The artwork, which was used as the background for the original PEACEMINUSONE website launch, is a mixed-media piece, blending acrylic, spray paint, and collage on canvas.
- Estimate: $40,000 – $60,000 (RM173,427 – RM260,1410)
- Final Price: $52,500 (RM227,655)
6. Kwon Ji Yong Director’s Chair
This custom repurposed vintage directors chair was used during “G-Dragon’s Act III: M.O.T.T.E World Tour” and can be seen during his Spring-Summer-Fall-Winter video. This chair was often regarded as the idol’s throne, marking it as one of the most significant items in G-Dragon’s tour journey.
- Estimate: $40,000 – $50,000 (RM173,427 – RM216,833)
- Final Price: $51,250 (RM222,254)
7. G-Dragon Personal Art Middle Finger Up 2019 Lot 15 & G-Dragon Personal Art 5: Untitled 2017
Lot 15 Personal Art 4 serves as the twin piece to Lot 14, both created during the making of G-Dragon’s “Kwon Ji Yong” album in 2017. This canvas reflects the artist’s signature style and emotional depth from that era. On the other hand, Personal Art 5 Untitled. 2017 stands out as one of G-Dragon’s most iconic works, made from oil on canvas and framed under glass, emphasising its unique artistic presence.
- Estimate: $40,000 – $60,000 (RM173,427 – RM260,1410)
- Final Price: $43,750 (RM189,771)
8. OFF-WHITE X NIKE Customized by G-Dragon
These sneakers were gifted to G-Dragon by the late designer Virgil Abloh, prior to its official release. While on his “M.O.T.T.E.” world tour, G-Dragon personally customized the shoes, leaving his mark on them. Over time, it became evident that he frequently wore the sneakers, showcasing them as a part of his distinct fashion style.
- Estimate: $30,000 – $40,000 (RM130,190 – RM173,427)
- Final Price: $38,750 (RM168,159)
9. G-Dragon Gold & Diamond PEACEMINUSONE Pendant and Cuban Link Necklace
Designed in September 2014, this stunning gold and diamond PEACEMINUSONE logo pendant was a result of G-Dragon’s collaboration with Hong Kong-based jewellery company Chow Tai Fook. The jeweller crafted a collection of pendants, including this custom piece, which features a gold cuban link chain adorned with diamonds.
- Estimate: $50,000 – $100,000 (RM216,833 – RM433,350)
- Final Price: $37,500 (RM162,738)
10. G-Dragon Custom Swarovski Crystal Para-noise Air Force 1 Low Sneaker
Swarovski crystal-encrusted NIKE X PEACEMINUSONE Para-Noise sneakers, which were special-ordered by G-Dragon as part of an exhibition at the Olympic Park.
- Estimate: $15,000 – $20,000 (RM65,080 – RM86,773)
- Final Price: $36,250 (RM157,280)
11. G-Dragon Act III: Untitled 2014
The cover art for a song recorded by G-Dragon, which served as the lead single for his second extended play and self-titled “Kwon Ji Yong” album. It features an original work made by delicately cutting out a lipstick kiss mark from paper and attaching it to canvas.
- Estimate: $40,000 – $60,000 (RM173,564 – RM260,334)
- Final Price: $33,750 (RM146,438)
12. CHANEL Black Lambskin Leather Belt Customized by G-Dragon
As Chanel’s first Asian male global ambassador in 2016, it is obvious that the rapper’s relationship and history with the brand go back many years. This black lambskin belt from the Chanel SS 2010 collection was hand painted by G-Dragon to read “Kim Chaos Loves GD!” with PMO and Chanel symbolic drawings.
- Estimate: $25,000 – $30,000 (RM108,473 – RM130,163)
- Final Price: $31,250 (RM135,587)
Which one is your personal favourite?
Sources: JOOPITER, TheKoreaTimes
Alia contributed to this article.
