Boats & Ships

7 artworks

  • Pop Sub Final #1 - Sprayed Paint Art Collection

    Florian Bertmer Pop Sub Final #1 Silkscreen Print by Florian Bertmer

    Pop Sub Final #1 Limited Edition 4-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Florian Bertmer, Graffiti Street Artist, Modern Pop Art. 2014 Numbered Limited Edition of 100 Artwork Size 12x12 Pop Sub Final #1 Silkscreen Print by Florian Bertmer: Macabre Iconography in Modern Pop Form Pop Sub Final #1 by Florian Bertmer is a bold and visually aggressive piece that crystallizes the intensity and subversive themes of Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork. Released in 2014 as a numbered limited edition of 100, this 12x12 inch four-color hand-pulled silkscreen print embodies the tension between chaos and control through its fusion of skull iconography, punk motifs, and meticulous detail. The artwork presents a highly stylized skull adorned with a military-style cap, gritting a cigarette between jagged teeth, and crossed bones forming a menacing understructure. The bandana-style border, filled with symbols and intricate textures, adds to the tension and balance within the visual composition. Underground Influence and Symbolic Precision Florian Bertmer is a German-born artist whose work is deeply rooted in underground music, hardcore punk, and countercultural aesthetics. His command of line, symmetry, and iconography in Pop Sub Final #1 reflects his deep history in album cover design and screen printing culture. The crisp four-color palette, dominated by muted golds, reds, and navy tones, evokes a sense of timelessness and menace. The precision of the silkscreen process amplifies the tension in every detail—from the skull’s expression to the layered background that reads like a cryptographic tapestry. The military cap, rendered in dark maroon with pin-sharp hatching, implies authority, but the skull's manic grin and defiant cigarette shift the tone toward irreverence. This contrast is central to Bertmer’s visual language, which questions power, mortality, and self-determination in the modern age. Aesthetic of Rebellion in Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork Pop Sub Final #1 communicates its defiant tone without the need for slogans or text. The skull’s gaze, slightly off-kilter, and the tension in its expression speak directly to the viewer. The crossed bones, while referencing classic skull-and-crossbones symbology, are given new energy through Bertmer’s stylized rendering and surreal detail. Graffiti and pop art often rely on immediacy and semiotic familiarity, and this piece plays with those concepts by embedding iconographic layers into a deceptively simple format. The background acts like a visual echo chamber, with skull motifs, geometric shapes, and occult-like patterns swirling around the central subject. The effect draws the viewer inward, revealing more with each inspection. Collectibility and Cultural Weight This 2014 edition represents a moment in Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork when handmade processes like silkscreen printing reclaimed prominence against digital overload. The fact that Pop Sub Final #1 is hand-pulled and limited to only 100 copies elevates its importance as both a collectible and cultural artifact. Each piece is numbered, and many include subtle variations in ink application, further rooting the work in the ethos of punk DIY ethics and authenticity. Bertmer’s print captures the raw intersection of dark fantasy, social commentary, and graphic mastery, continuing to resonate with audiences seeking artwork that is both confrontational and obsessively crafted. Through Pop Sub Final #1, Florian Bertmer contributes a signature vision that pushes street and pop aesthetics into deeply personal and evocative territory.

    $80.00

  • Its Still a Mess Giclee Print by Oliver Barrett

    Oliver Barrett Its Still a Mess Giclee Print by Oliver Barrett

    It’s Still a Mess Limited Edition Giclee Print on Fine Art Paper by Oliver Barrett Dystopian Street Art Pop Artwork Artist. 12″ x 12″ giclee, have editions of 40, Signed & Numbered

    $217.00

  • Destiny Star Map Silkscreen Print by Ron Guyatt

    Ron Guyatt Destiny Star Map Silkscreen Print by Ron Guyatt

    Destiny Star Map Limited Edition 2-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Ron Guyatt Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. Star map and ship from cult classic video game Destiny.

    $159.00

  • X1 Silkscreen Print by DKNG

    DKNG X1 Silkscreen Print by DKNG

    X1 Limited Edition ICON Series 4-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by DKNG Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. Darth Vader's X1 Space Ship From Sci-Fi Movie Star Wars. "Every film has one. A signature prop, set, or location. Something that, in a single image, can represent the entire movie. The design team of Dan Kuhlken and Nathan Goldman, also known as DKNG, call these images “Icons,” and they are the subject of their first-ever solo show at Gallery 1988 West in Los Angeles. The show, called simply ICON, is comprised of 50 pieces featuring iconic places and things from some of your favorite movies and TV shows of all time. Each piece is small – 12 inches square – and is of one thing that sums up an entire movie. And of course, each is done in DKNG’s distinctive bright, geometric yet detailed style.” - DKNG

    $159.00

  • Space, The Final Frontier Silkscreen Print by DKNG

    DKNG Space, The Final Frontier Silkscreen Print by DKNG

    Space, The Final Frontier Limited Edition ICON Series 4-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by DKNG Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. Star Trek: Enterprise Space Ship Reference "Every film has one. A signature prop, set, or location. Something that, in a single image, can represent the entire movie. The design team of Dan Kuhlken and Nathan Goldman, also known as DKNG, call these images “Icons,” and they are the subject of their first-ever solo show at Gallery 1988 West in Los Angeles. The show, called simply ICON, is comprised of 50 pieces featuring iconic places and things from some of your favorite movies and TV shows of all time. Each piece is small – 12 inches square – and is of one thing that sums up an entire movie. And of course, each is done in DKNG’s distinctive bright, geometric yet detailed style.” - DKNG

    $159.00

  • So Much Time and So Little To Do Silkscreen Print by DKNG

    DKNG So Much Time and So Little To Do Silkscreen Print by DKNG

    So Much Time and So Little To Do Limited Edition ICON Series 4-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by DKNG Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory Boat "Every film has one. A signature prop, set, or location. Something that, in a single image, can represent the entire movie. The design team of Dan Kuhlken and Nathan Goldman, also known as DKNG, call these images “Icons,” and they are the subject of their first-ever solo show at Gallery 1988 West in Los Angeles. The show, called simply ICON, is comprised of 50 pieces featuring iconic places and things from some of your favorite movies and TV shows of all time. Each piece is small – 12 inches square – and is of one thing that sums up an entire movie. And of course, each is done in DKNG’s distinctive bright, geometric yet detailed style.” - DKNG

    $159.00

  • Jaguar Shark Silkscreen Print by DKNG

    DKNG Jaguar Shark Silkscreen Print by DKNG

    Jaguar Shark Limited Edition ICON Series 4-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by DKNG Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. The boat from the famous Bill Murray movie Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou by Wes Anderson. "Every film has one. A signature prop, set, or location. Something that, in a single image, can represent the entire movie. The design team of Dan Kuhlken and Nathan Goldman, also known as DKNG, call these images “Icons,” and they are the subject of their first-ever solo show at Gallery 1988 West in Los Angeles. The show, called simply ICON, is comprised of 50 pieces featuring iconic places and things from some of your favorite movies and TV shows of all time. Each piece is small – 12 inches square – and is of one thing that sums up an entire movie. And of course, each is done in DKNG’s distinctive bright, geometric yet detailed style.” - DKNG

    $159.00

Boats & Ships Graffiti Street Pop Artwork
Boats and ships, as motifs in art, have a rich history that extends from classical seascapes to contemporary Street Pop Art and graffiti Artwork. These vessels, symbolizing adventure, exploration, and sometimes escapism, have been reinterpreted by street artists and pop artists, infusing them with new meanings and aesthetics relevant to today's cultural landscape.

Maritime Imagery in Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork

The imagery of boats and ships has sailed smoothly into the visual language of Street Pop Art and graffiti Artwork, where artists often incorporate symbols from the collective cultural memory into their pieces. In this genre, boats and ships frequently serve as metaphors for personal journeys or as commentary on societal issues such as migration and trade. The adaptability of maritime themes allows artists to navigate various topics, from personal narrative to social critique, all while engaging with a universal symbol. These vessels are portrayed in different styles within Street Pop Art and graffiti Artwork, from hyper-realistic depictions that could rival any marine painting to abstract representations that capture the essence of movement and fluidity associated with watercraft. Street artists may use boats and ships to anchor a piece geographically, evoking the spirit of a seaside city or suggesting a broader, more conceptual voyage. In pop art, these forms are often rendered with bold colors and graphic lines, emphasizing the aesthetic of the consumer and media-driven culture from which the movement initially emerged.

Boats & Ships: From Traditional Art to Urban Canvases

Traditionally, boats and ships have been subjects reserved for fine art, with artists capturing the majesty of these vessels and the beauty of the sea. However, as Street Pop Art and graffiti Artwork have gained prominence, the maritime theme has been reimagined on city walls and galleries. This transition from classical to contemporary contexts represents a significant shift in how art perceives and utilizes these motifs. No longer are boats and ships confined to tranquil blue horizons; they now appear amidst the concrete and steel of the urban jungle, bringing with them a sense of nostalgia and a reminder of nature's omnipresence. Street and pop artists often leverage the historical connotations of boats and ships, repurposing them to fit the urban setting. These artworks can turn a mundane city corner into a space for reflection on human history and our connection to the sea. Whether through large-scale murals that transform the sides of buildings into nautical scenes or through more minor, more intimate works on canvas, boats, and ships maintain their power to captivate and transport viewers.

Symbolism and Cultural Relevance in Contemporary Art

In contemporary art, boats and ships are laden with symbolism, carrying meanings that can be both personal to the artist and reflective of broader cultural narratives. Street Pop Art and graffiti Artwork have a penchant for repurposing symbols to fit the contemporary zeitgeist, and maritime motifs are no exception. In this genre, a boat may not just be a boat—it can represent a journey, a struggle, a dream, or a history. The cultural relevance of boats and ships in art is also tied to current events, with artists using these motifs to comment on issues such as the refugee crisis or to reflect on the impact of globalization. The universality of the boat as a symbol allows these artworks to speak to a broad audience, transcending language and cultural barriers. For many, these vessels represent hope, the promise of new horizons, and the enduring human spirit. Ultimately, boats and ships in Street Pop Art and graffiti Artwork embody a confluence of history, symbolism, and modernity. They are artifacts of human progress and perennial subjects of artistic fascination, rendered anew by the hands of contemporary artists. Through these depictions, the vessels continue to carry stories—of people, places, and artists—charting a course through the waters of cultural expression and leaving a wake that stirs the imaginations of those who encounter them. As long as artists are willing to paint, stencil, or print, boats and ships will undoubtedly continue to be significant in the vibrant world of Street Pop Art and graffiti Artwork.
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