The latest extravagant remodeled version of Nike Air Max 97 secured its creators’ instant success and sold out stocks. The custom made Nike Jesus were designed in collaboration with Brooklyn-based studio MSCHF and artist Iesus Nazarenus Rex Iudaeorum.
The duo took the Air Max classics and redesigned them featuring a steel crucifix that is set on a silhouette of the shoe that reminisces a small grail. In addition, among Bible inscriptions on the shoes’ body, the custom model hallmarks a special holy water feature. The sole of the shoe was filled with 60cc of holy water taken from the River Jordan that was subsequently blessed.
The shoes should according to the description evoke the momentum of Jesus walking on water in Matthew 14:25. The listing at StockX which is a well-known reseller marketplace for limited editions of exclusive sneakers and streetwear amounts the reselling price of the shoes at $3000. However, since the collection is very limited it is expected that the price will, later on, jump even higher.
We definitely agree that the Jesus custom model is really out there but for true sneaker enthusiasts and limited edition collectors, this piece will make a very valuable asset.
