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The Fascinating World of Art Toys: A Market in Flux

The Rising Craze for Art Toys

It's 9 a.m., and the queue for the Pop Toy Show in Singapore is already snaking around the block, even though the doors won't open until 11 a.m. This remarkable scene underscores how art toys have transitioned from obscure collectibles into a nationwide phenomenon. Once confined to niche communities, these designer toys now capture the mainstream imagination, driven by hype, exclusivity, and viral moments.