Few sci-fi movie props are as unique as the origami unicorn from Blade Runner. Not only is it very specific in form, it’s crucially tied to the overall plot, which is why artist Matt Ferguson has always been obsessed with it. A few years back, he turned that image into a unique collectible ornament. Now, he’s at it again. This time, the ornament is an animal that actually existed—and one that could crush a unicorn under its foot.
It’s the Tyrannasours Rex, and Ferguson has reimagined the world’s most recognizable and popular dinosaur into a metal Blade Runnersequel ornament which will go on sale April 1. “I’ve always wanted to design a series of collectible vinyl toys. Something three dimensional that people can have on their shelves,” Ferguson told io9. “As I use the origami unicorn a lot in my art that was the natural design to start with. However I’ve also had a long obsession with dinosaurs, I mean who hasn’t? So it only felt right to continue the series with dinosaurs.”
The piece was designed by Ferguson along with his brother David and features graphic design by Florey. This gold colorway is limited to only 500 pieces, each coming with a display box and numbered metal certificate of authenticity. Ferguson send io9 one of these and it’s really impressive. Beautifully finished, detailed, with enough weight that you could probably use it to work out. A really nice piece for the dinosaur or Blade Runner fan out there.
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The T-Rex goes on sale at 1:00 p.m. EST Friday April 1 at www.theartofmattferguson.com
