Weapon

John Vogl Adventure Time Mystery Train Pink Silkscreen Print by John Vogl

Adventure Time Mystery Train- Pink Limited Edition 3-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by John Vogl Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. Officially created by Mondo from Cartoon Network Adventure Timer show.

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$153.00
Brandon Sopinsky Jake the Snake B&W Giclee Print by Brandon Sopinsky

Jake the Snake- B&W Edition Artwork Giclee Limited Edition Print on Fine Art Paper by Pop Culture Graffiti Artist Brandon Sopinsky. Designer Con 2013 Exclussive.

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$129.00
Patrick Connan King Conan The Barbarian Bronze Silkscreen Print by Patrick Connan

King Conan The Barbarian- Bronze 2-Color Hand-Pulled Limited Edition Metallic Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Patrick Connan Rare Street Art Famous Pop Artwork Artist. 8x8 Signed and Numbered With Bronze Metallic Ink of Only 13

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$129.00
Jeff Gillette Mickey Hiroshima Archival Print by Jeff Gillette

Mickey Hiroshima Limited Edition Archival Pigment Prints on 290gsm Moab Fine Art Rag Paper by Jeff Gillette Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 2013 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 30 Size 14x9 "I am from the suburbs of Detroit, Michigan. In the late 1980s, I was a Peace Corps volunteer in Nepal for two years. During this two-year stint, I visited every major city in India, finding myself exploring the huge slums found there. On my return home, I moved from the Mid-West to escape the snow to teach High School Art in Orange County, California. Since finishing my MFA at Cal State Fullerton, I have been exhibiting in galleries both at home and abroad. My work is most often landscapes. A major portion of my output is paintings of slums of the developing world, where I often add an element of western cultural privilege (and oblivion) into settings of urban blight. Inspiration for what I call “Slumscapes” comes from the first-hand experience of traveling. Most often I return over and over to my favorite destination: India. In the vast poverty-stricken fringes of its vast megalopolises, I trip out on how the economic disparities are obscenely extreme. I’ve been spending a lot of time in Mumbai slums: photographing, filming, creating Plein Aire paintings, and creating interactive street art. Besides depicting slums, my artwork portrays post-apocalyptic debris fields, landfills, and detritus-cluttered deserts. The Juxtaposition of Disney themes and beloved characters (i.e.: Mickey Mouse) with all these dystopias best conveys my personal views. Pondering contemporary social, political, economical and philosophical conundrums, I can’t help but feel absurdly helpless, pessimistic and humored about the future of Western Civilization…" - Jeff Gillette

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$406.00
Brandon Sopinsky Color Bomb Original Colored Pencil Drawing by Brandon Sopinsky

Black Beard Original One of a Kind Colored Pencil Painting Artwork on Tinted Fine Art Paper by Popular Street Graffiti Artist Brandon Sopinsky. 2013 Color Bomb Original Colored Pencil Drawing by Brandon Sopinsky

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$373.00
Cristiano Suarez Tesla & Farnsworth AP Silkscreen Print by Cristiano Suarez

Tesla & Farnsworth Limited Edition 6-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Cristiano Suarez Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. AP Artist Proof

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$104.00
Patrick Connan King Conan The Barbarian Gold Silkscreen Print by Patrick Connan

King Conan The Barbarian- Gold 2-Color Hand-Pulled Limited Edition Metallic Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Patrick Connan Rare Street Art Famous Pop Artwork Artist. 8x8 Signed and Numbered With Gold Metallic Ink of Only 13

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$129.00
Les Schettkoe Cobra Soldier Graffiti Silkscreen Print by Les Schettkoe

Cobra Soldier Graffiti Limited Edition 3-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Les Schettkoe Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. Cobra Soldier Graffiti by Les Schettkoe Print- A Cobra soldier from GI Joe is busted spray painting over the famous GI Joe cartoon logo and he doesn't care. Rare special limited edition out-of-production art print.

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$238.00
Ron Guyatt Liberty Prime Red Silkscreen Print by Ron Guyatt

Liberty Prime- Red Limited Edition 2-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Ron Guyatt Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. Inspired by the cult classic video game Fallout 4 sci-fi robot. 2 color 9″ x 24″ screen-printed posters.

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$129.00
Brandon Sopinsky Jake the Snake Color Giclee Print by Brandon Sopinsky

Jake the Snake- Color Edition Artwork Giclee Limited Edition Print on Fine Art Paper by Pop Culture Graffiti Artist Brandon Sopinsky. Designer Con 2013 Exclussive.

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$129.00
Shepard Fairey- OBEY Partisan Silkscreen Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

Partisan 3-Color Hand-Pulled Limited Edition Silkscreen Print on Cream Speckletone Paper by Shepard Fairey x Baseman Rare Street Art Famous Pop Artwork Artist. Shepard Fairey (b. 1970) Partisan, 2013 Screenprint in colors on speckled cream paper 18x 24inches Ed. 400 Signed, numbered, and dated in pencil along lower edge by Shepard Fairey & Baseman, Published by Obey Giant, Los Angeles

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$613.00
Patrick Connan Young King Conan Bronze Silkscreen Print by Patrick Connan

Young King Conan- Bronze 2-Color Hand-Pulled Limited Edition Metallic Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Patrick Connan Rare Street Art Famous Pop Artwork Artist. 8x8 Signed and Numbered With Bronze/Copper Metallic Ink

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$129.00
Kilian Eng (DW Design) Collision Giclee Print by Kilian Eng (DW Design)

Collision Artwork Giclee Limited Edition Print on Photo Rag Bright White Paper by Pop Culture Graffiti Artist Kilian Eng (DW Design). Print on paper (Photo Rag Bright White 310 gsm) 17 H x 24 W inch. Swedish artist Kilian Eng (DW Design) has a unique style and visual language that is sometimes described as retro-futuristic. "I’m very interested in creating environments in my work. I’m fascinated by architecture - ancient, futuristic, fantastic - so I often incorporate buildings or structures. The characters that inhabit the pictures are dropped in these unexpected surroundings." -Kilian Eng

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$238.00
Ron Guyatt Drop the Bomb Silkscreen Print by Ron Guyatt

Drop the Bomb- Zombie Apocalypse Propaganda Limited Edition 2-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Ron Guyatt Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. Artist Ron Guyatt created this great propaganda poster to help support our fight against the looming zombie apocalypse. The posters educate the population to the need to military respond to the threat. Each poster is signed and numbered, measures 18″ x 24″, and is available in a limited edition of 100.

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$99.00
John Vogl Adventure Time Mystery Train Yellow Silkscreen Print by John Vogl

Adventure Time Mystery Train- Yellow Limited Edition 3-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by John Vogl Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. Officially created by Mondo from Cartoon Network Adventure Timer show.

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$153.00
Ron Guyatt Liberty Prime Metallic Silkscreen Print by Ron Guyatt

Liberty Prime- Metallic Limited Edition 2-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Ron Guyatt Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. Metallic Gold In. Inspired by the cult classic video game Fallout 4 sci-fi robot. 2 color 9″ x 24″ screen-printed posters.

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$153.00
John Vogl Adventure Time Mystery Train Blue Silkscreen Print by John Vogl

Adventure Time Mystery Train- Blue Limited Edition 3-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by John Vogl Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. Officially created by Mondo from Cartoon Network Adventure Timer show.

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$153.00
MFG- Matt Goldman Bird Skull Silkscreen Print by MFG- Matt Goldman

Bird Skull Limited Edition 3-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Archival White Cotton Cardstock by MFG- Matt Goldman Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art.

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$99.00
Patrick Connan Young King Conan Gold Silkscreen Print by Patrick Connan

Young King Conan- Gold 2-Color Hand-Pulled Limited Edition Metallic Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Patrick Connan Rare Street Art Famous Pop Artwork Artist. 8x8 Signed and Numbered With Gold Metallic Ink of Only 13

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$129.00

Weaponry in the Crosshairs of Street Pop Art and Graffiti

The presence of weapons in street pop art and graffiti carries a hefty load of symbolism and controversy. The very image of a weapon – be it a gun, a knife, or any implement associated with violence – is fraught with socio-political connotations that street artists often leverage to provoke, comment, and sometimes shock their audience. These artists have taken the powerful imagery of weapons and infused it with layers of meaning, transforming them from mere objects of destruction into potent symbols of critique and reflection. Weapons have been a common motif in both graffiti art and pop art. In both graffiti art and pop art, using weapons can be a powerful way to convey a message and provoke a reaction from the viewer. However, it's important to note that the use of violent imagery can also be controversial and can raise questions about the role of art in society. Graffiti artists often use guns, knives, and grenades to convey a sense of danger or rebellion. For example, a spray-painted image of a weapon might be used to represent the power or aggression of a particular person or group. Some graffiti artists have also used weapons to convey a political message. For instance, a mural featuring an AK-47 rifle might be used to criticize the proliferation of guns in society or to express solidarity with a particular political cause. In some cases, graffiti artists have used weapons as a form of commentary on the violence and conflict in the world. For example, a mural featuring a grenade might be used to critique the destructive nature of war or to advocate for peace. Pop artists have also incorporated weapons into their artwork. For instance, Andy Warhol's "Gun" series features images of various firearms, including revolvers and pistols. Roy Lichtenstein's painting "Whaam!" depicts a fighter jet firing a missile, emphasizing the violence and chaos of war. Some pop artists have used weapons to satirize consumer culture or to comment on the commodification of violence. For example, Claes Oldenburg's "Giant BLT (Bacon, Lettuce, and Tomato Sandwich)" features a knife skewering a sandwich, highlighting the absurdity of weaponizing everyday objects.

The Symbolic Arsenal of Street Art

Street artists have long employed the iconography of weapons to convey messages about power, conflict, and resistance. In their hands, weapons become a visual shorthand for a range of issues – from war and peace to crime and justice. Sometimes, the gun is depicted with stark realism, forcing those who encounter the piece to confront the realities of violence head-on. Other times, the weapon is abstracted or juxtaposed with unpredictable elements to create a sense of irony or to challenge the viewer's preconceptions. The use of firearms in graffiti art can directly reflect the artist's environment, where violence may be a daily reality. In cities plagued by crime and unrest, the appearance of weapon imagery in street art can mirror the community's experiences, a raw expression of the turmoil that residents may face. Conversely, in more peaceful or politically stable contexts, weapons in street art can serve as a jarring reminder of global conflicts, a call to action, or a protest against militarism and warfare.

Artists and the Weapon Motif

Some street artists have become particularly associated with the weapon motif, using it as a central theme to explore and challenge societal norms. These artists wield the weapon imagery with intention, repurposing it to critique the issues of aggression and oppression that such objects typically symbolize. The weapon becomes a tool not for violence but for its opposite – a plea for peace, a commentary on the human cost of conflict, or an ironic take on the glamorization of violence in media and culture. The weapon motif in street pop art and graffiti also confronts the viewer with questions about the role of force in justice and the dichotomy between societal order and personal liberty. Through these works, artists can spark discussions on topics that are often uncomfortable but necessary, such as gun control, police brutality, and the arms race. The art acts as a catalyst for dialogue and, at times, as a means to inspire change. The depiction of weapons in street pop art and graffiti transcends the mere representation of violence. These images serve as a vehicle for artists to engage with their audience on complex issues, question, condemn, and inspire. The weapon, with its inherent power and danger, becomes a paradoxical symbol of hope and transformation in the hands of street artists. As long as there are discussions to be had about power, conflict, and violence, weapons will undoubtedly continue to be a compelling and provocative element in the vocabulary of street pop art and graffiti.

19 artworks

John Vogl Adventure Time Mystery Train Pink Silkscreen Print by John Vogl

Brandon Sopinsky Jake the Snake B&W Giclee Print by Brandon Sopinsky

Patrick Connan King Conan The Barbarian Bronze Silkscreen Print by Patrick Connan

Jeff Gillette Mickey Hiroshima Archival Print by Jeff Gillette

Brandon Sopinsky Color Bomb Original Colored Pencil Drawing by Brandon Sopinsky

Cristiano Suarez Tesla & Farnsworth AP Silkscreen Print by Cristiano Suarez

Patrick Connan King Conan The Barbarian Gold Silkscreen Print by Patrick Connan

Les Schettkoe Cobra Soldier Graffiti Silkscreen Print by Les Schettkoe

Ron Guyatt Liberty Prime Red Silkscreen Print by Ron Guyatt

Brandon Sopinsky Jake the Snake Color Giclee Print by Brandon Sopinsky

Shepard Fairey- OBEY Partisan Silkscreen Print by Shepard Fairey- OBEY

Patrick Connan Young King Conan Bronze Silkscreen Print by Patrick Connan

Kilian Eng (DW Design) Collision Giclee Print by Kilian Eng (DW Design)

Ron Guyatt Drop the Bomb Silkscreen Print by Ron Guyatt

John Vogl Adventure Time Mystery Train Yellow Silkscreen Print by John Vogl

Ron Guyatt Liberty Prime Metallic Silkscreen Print by Ron Guyatt

John Vogl Adventure Time Mystery Train Blue Silkscreen Print by John Vogl

MFG- Matt Goldman Bird Skull Silkscreen Print by MFG- Matt Goldman

Patrick Connan Young King Conan Gold Silkscreen Print by Patrick Connan

Weaponry in the Crosshairs of Street Pop Art and Graffiti

The Symbolic Arsenal of Street Art

Artists and the Weapon Motif