Return of the Kaiser.

“The galaxy was in chaos, the Resistance crumbling under the Empire’s resurgence. Then, from the ashes of a forgotten battlefield, emerged Karl Lagerfeld—stormtrooper armor draped in a high-collared cape. He moved with the precision of a soldier and the flair of an artist, his presence both confounding and electrifying. Whispers spread: traitor, savior, or something else entirely? His arrival shifted the tide of war, as if the universe had awaited his dramatic entrance.

Lagerfeld’s methods were as unorthodox as his wardrobe. “Fashion is armor,” he declared atop a Star Destroyer’s wreckage, “and today, we wear the galaxy’s finest.” His strategies blended guerrilla tactics with psychological warfare, inspiring allies and unnerving enemies. Yet, beneath his brilliance lay a ruthless edge, a darkness hinting at a shrouded past. Karl Lagerfeld was no traditional hero—he was an antihero, a deus ex machina in black and white, and the galaxy would never be the same.”

This striking piece unites two cultural icons in a bold, unexpected fusion: the timeless elegance of Karl Lagerfeld and the iconic imagery of Star Wars. The stormtrooper, helmet held aloft, reveals the unmistakable visage of Lagerfeld himself—his signature sunglasses, high collar, and piercing gaze. The layered cardboard texture adds depth and grit, while the satin varnish lends a sleek, futuristic finish.

Karl Lagerfeld, the Kaiser of Fashion, is reimagined here as a galactic antihero, a symbol of reinvention and resilience. It’s no coincidence that the stormtrooper’s stark black-and-white palette mirrors Lagerfeld’s iconic color scheme—a testament to his unwavering aesthetic vision. His presence elevates the stormtrooper from a faceless soldier to a figure of artistry and individuality, blending the worlds of high fashion and interstellar adventure.

This artwork celebrates Lagerfeld’s enduring legacy as a visionary who transcended boundaries, while paying homage to the epic storytelling of Star Wars. A true masterpiece where two worlds collide, “Return of the Kaiser” is a testament to creativity, power, and the eternal allure of reinvention.

Medium: Mixed media on wood panel
Material: Layered and glued cardboard, acrylic paint, satin varnish
Dimensions: 85 x 75 x 3 cm

Price: 2200 CHF – Inquire here for viewing and/or shipping options.