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  • Shareef 100% & 400% Be@rbrick Shareef 100% & 400% Be@rbrick

    BE@RBRICK Shareef 100% & 400% Be@rbrick

    Shareef Limited Edition Medicom Vinyl Artwork Toy Collectable Art Figure. 2022 Bearbrick Medicom Collectible Size 100% & 400% New In Box

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    $389.00

  • Genesis Archival Print by Beau Stanton

    Beau Stanton Genesis Archival Print by Beau Stanton

    Genesis Limited Edition Archival Pigment Prints on 310gsm Fine Art Paper by Beau Stanton Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. "This piece was the central panel of a large triptych that made up the centerpiece of my Cartography of the Machine show. All of the work in the exhibition utilized some form of visual exposition to convey the narrative such as exploded views, cutaways, etc. These three paintings all correspond horizontally with elements from each stratified layer continuing into the next painting. I’ve created images before that reference the stratified layers of history, but this image takes the concept in a different direction. A great tree of life blossoming out of the fertile ground made up of designs and ornaments from different time periods and cultures as well as a layer of dinosaur fossils and Greek sculptures (Most of them from the Pergamon Altar)." - Beau Stanton

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    $250.00

  • Whispers I Serigraph Print by Lee White

    Lee White Whispers I Serigraph Print by Lee White

    Whispers I Limited Edition Hand Pulled 6-Color Serigraph Print on Fine Art Paper by Lee White modern pop artist. Limited Edition Original Hand Signed Serigraph By Lee White Titled “whispers I”. Numbered From An Edition Size Of 350. Paper Size: 21" X 21" Medium Is Serigraph On Paper Light dirt smudging on margins out of image constant with age.

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    $153.00

  • Hercules Pixel Silkscreen Print by Buff Monster

    Buff Monster Hercules Pixel Silkscreen Print by Buff Monster

    Hercules- Pixel Hand-Pulled 5-Color Silkscreen Print on Cotton Rag Paper by Pop Graffiti Artist Buff Monster Rare Street Art Limited Edition Artwork. 2022 Signed & Numbered Pixel Variant Limited Edition of 25 Artwork Size 18X24 Buff Monster (b. 1979) Hercules (Pixel), 2019 Screenprint in colors on Cotton Rag paper 24 x 18 inches (61 x 45.7 cm) (sheet) Ed. 25 Signed, numbered, and dated in pencil along lower edge Published by the artist The allegory of Hercules At The Crossroads is about the choice we make about the path we lead; will it be a virtuous life or a sinful life? Hercules is caught in the middle, trying to choose (though I always show him looking towards the light). In this version of the scene, the characters are rendered in pixelated lines. Each print is silkscreened with 5 screens featuring a variety of colors. Nice cotton rag paper, 18x24”, signed and numbered in an edition of only 25.

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    $820.00

  • Flush Giclee Print by Ron English

    Ron English Flush Giclee Print by Ron English

    Flush Giclee Print by Ron English Artwork Limited Edition Print on Fine Art Paper Graffiti Pop Street Artist. 2022 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 30 Artwork Size 37x25 Flush Giclee Print by Ron English is an artwork created by the contemporary artist Ron English. Ron English is an American artist who is known for his provocative, colorful, and often satirical works that combine elements of pop culture, advertising, and contemporary politics. He has been referred to as the "Godfather of Street Art" and has been influential in the development of street art and culture jamming. A giclee print is a high-quality, fine art digital print made using a specialized inkjet printer. The term "giclee" is derived from the French word "gicler," which means "to spray" or "to squirt." Giclee prints are typically created using fade-resistant archival inks and are printed on high-quality, acid-free paper or canvas, resulting in a print that has the look and feel of an original piece of art. The Flush Giclee Print by Ron English likely features the artist's signature mix of cultural commentary, humor, and surrealism. However, without a specific description or image of the artwork, it is impossible to give a detailed analysis of the content and subject matter of the piece. If you're interested in acquiring or learning more about this particular print, consider reaching out to an art gallery or the artist himself to obtain more information.

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    $3,472.00

Greek Graffiti Street Pop Artwork

Influence of Greek & Roman Motifs in Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork

The classical world of Greece and Rome has long served as an inexhaustible wellspring of inspiration for artists across the millennia, and its influence extends robustly into the vibrant domains of Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork. These ancient civilizations' aesthetics, mythologies, and philosophies find contemporary expression on the urban canvases of cities worldwide, where street artists draw upon their iconic visual language to communicate new ideas and perspectives. The rich tapestry of Greek and Roman art, characterized by its emphasis on humanism, proportion, and pursuit of aesthetic perfection, starkly contrasts street art's often spontaneous, raw, and ephemeral nature. Yet, the two worlds intertwine with surprising harmony. Artists within the Street Pop Art movement often adopt the revered motifs of Greek and Roman art to create a dialogue between the ancient and the modern, the permanent and the transient. This fusion of time-honored imagery with the modern-day lexicon of graffiti creates a unique juxtaposition that celebrates and challenges traditional views of art and its role in society. Murals depicting Greco-Roman gods and goddesses, heroes, and mythical creatures adorn the walls of urban landscapes, serving as a bridge between the past and the present, making profound statements on contemporary culture while honoring the artistic achievements of the ancient world.

Revival and Reinvention of Classical Themes in Modern Urban Art

The revival and reinvention of classical themes in modern urban art symbolize the enduring relevance of Greek and Roman aesthetics. Classical references in Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork often go beyond mere visual appeal, embodying the philosophical and cultural ideals central to the Greco-Roman world. The depiction of figures such as Athena, the goddess of wisdom, or Hercules, the epitome of strength and heroism, in street art serves to imbue urban spaces with a sense of timelessness and to connect community narratives with the universal human experience reflected in ancient myths. Furthermore, incorporating architectural elements like columns, friezes, and pediments into graffiti art questions and redefines the concepts of space and place. When painted onto the sides of buildings or integrated into public spaces, these elements encourage a re-examination of the urban environment and its potential as a living museum of collective human history. The transformative power of street pop art and graffiti artwork lies in its ability to take the classical and make it accessible, strip it of its elitist connotations, and reposition it within the democratic sphere of the street. In essence, the fusion of Greek and Roman elements with Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork represents a full-circle moment in the history of artistic expression. It acknowledges Western art's roots while propelling it forward into new territories. The streets become a contemporary agora, echoing the public spaces of ancient Athens, where art and philosophy coexist, and the public is invited to engage with and reflect upon the legacy of the classical world in a visceral, immediate, and undeniably modern manner. Through this ongoing conversation between the ancient and the contemporary, the enduring spirit of Greek and Roman art continues to evolve, inspire, and provoke in the hands of street artists around the globe.

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