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Banksy Art

Of the numerous feats that Banksy has accomplished over the course of his career as an international artist, activist and filmmaker, perhaps the most astonishing is that while he is among the most famous figures in street art, he has managed to remain completely anonymous.

There is a method behind the madness, however. Banksy maintains that he chooses to conceal his identity to make a more democratic impact with his work, the themes of which include criticism of world leaders, consumerism and terrorism.

Although not much is known about Banksy — he sent a photo of himself with a paper bag on his head to Time magazine for a profile — it is believed that he was born in the city of Bristol, in southwest England, circa 1974. Wit, irreverence, dark humor and activism come together in his work, which spans graffiti, paintings, prints, sculptures and filmmaking. (His film, Exit Through the Gift Shop, which focuses on another street artist known as Mr. Brainwash, was nominated for Best Documentary Feature at the 2010 Academy Awards.)

Banksy began as a graffiti artist in his hometown in the early 1990s. He has found fame for his stenciled and spray-painted pieces, which are most often rooted in anti-war or antiestablishment messaging, appearing in cities such as London, New York and Los Angeles and for his “stunts” that are intended to subvert and provoke the art world. One particularly memorable stunt took place in 2018, when, as soon as one of his paintings sold at auction — Girl with a Balloon, which fetched an extraordinary $1.4 million — it self-destructed and proceeded to partially shred itself. Banksy even snuck into the Louvre and hung his own version of the Mona Lisa in 2006. Despite his elusive persona and commitment to bringing art to the masses, Banksy is one of the most coveted artists at auctions across the world.

And his work is undeniably impactful.

At a record-breaking auction organized by Damien Hirst, Bono and others to benefit AIDS charities in 2008, Banksy’s Keep It Spotless — a modified Hirst painting — fetched nearly $2 million. In May of 2020, Banksy donated Game Changer, a painting that honors UK healthcare workers, to Southampton General Hospital. When it went to auction in 2021, it sold for more than $23 million at Christie's in London. All proceeds went to the National Health Service.

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Dealer: Baldwin Contemporary
Forgive Us Our Trespasses by Banksy
By Banksy
Located in London, GB
Offset lithograph on paper Size: 41,9 x 59cm, folded. Description: Official lithograph produced by Banksy. Plate signed lower right.
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2010s Street Art Banksy Art

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

Peckham Rock by Banksy
By Banksy
Located in London, GB
Wood Sculpture 4.70 x 7.10 x 0.14 in 11.9 x 18.0 x 0.4 cm This edition is authorised by Pest Control / Banksy and was created for the British Museum as part of the iObject exhibit...
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2010s Contemporary Banksy Art

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Wood

NOTICE
By Banksy
Located in London, GB
Offset lithograph (sticker) 4.72 x 5.71 in (12.0 x 14.5 cm) Created in a limited quantity (exact number in circulation is unknown). A highly sought after and now very rare piece of...
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2010s Street Art Banksy Art

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Lithograph

Cut & Run Rat Stencil Poster by Banksy
By Banksy
Located in London, GB
Dimensions: 23.4 x16.5 inches Offset Lithograph in colors on glossy satin poster paper. Excellent condition
Category

2010s Street Art Banksy Art

Materials

Satin Paper, Lithograph

Banksy vs. Bristol Museum: Dorothy by Banksy
By Banksy
Located in London, GB
Dimensions: 16.5 x 23.5 in / 59 × 42 cm Medium: Offset lithograph exhibition poster print on white satin paper.
Category

Early 2000s Street Art Banksy Art

Materials

Satin Paper, Lithograph

Rude Snowman by Banksy
By Banksy
Located in London, GB
Offset lithograph on card 5.75 x 7.00 in (14.6 x 17.8 cm) Plate signed 'BANKSY', verso. Edition size unknown.
Category

Early 2000s Street Art Banksy Art

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Cardboard

Graffiti Artists Must Report to Reception
By Banksy
Located in London, GB
5.79 x 4.13 in 14.7 x 10.5 cm Produced in the early 2000's and sold at "Santa's Ghetto", an annual Christmas-time gallery and amusement arcade located in Soho, founded by Banksy. L...
Category

Early 2000s Street Art Banksy Art

Materials

Lithograph

Peckham Rock by Banksy
By Banksy
Located in London, GB
Wood Sculpture 4.70 x 7.10 x 0.14 in 11.9 x 18.0 x 0.4 cm This edition is authorised by Pest Control / Banksy and was created for the British Museum as part of the iObject exhibit...
Category

2010s Contemporary Banksy Art

Materials

Wood

Peckham Rock by Banksy
By Banksy
Located in London, GB
Wood Sculpture 4.70 x 7.10 x 0.14 in 11.9 x 18.0 x 0.4 cm This edition is authorised by Pest Control / Banksy and was created for the British Museum as part of the iObject exhibit...
Category

2010s Contemporary Banksy Art

Materials

Wood

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Banksy art for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Banksy art available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of art to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of blue, orange, pink and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by Banksy in lithograph, screen print, paper and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 21st century and contemporary and is mostly associated with the street art style. Not every interior allows for large Banksy art, so small editions measuring 1 inch across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Mr. Brainwash, Tracey Emin, and Ben Eine. Banksy art prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $80 and tops out at $995,000, while the average work can sell for $1,500.

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