$500 Dollar Bill- Green Limited Edition Hand-Embellished Oil Paint HPM Silkscreen Print on Canvas by Steve Kaufman SAK Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 1995 Signed Custom Framed Front of the United States $500 dollar bill money from 1934 featuring US President William McKinley. $500 Dollar Bill Green Limited Edition Hand-Embellished Oil Paint HPM Silkscreen Print on Canvas by Steve Kaufman The $500 dollar bill Green Limited Edition Hand-Embellished Oil Paint HPM Silkscreen Print on Canvas is a striking piece of Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork by Steve Kaufman, a legendary modern pop artist. The artwork is a signed and custom-framed rendition of the front of the United States $500 bill from 1934, featuring President William McKinley. This piece, created in 1995, stands as a powerful example of Kaufman’s signature approach to transforming historical and cultural symbols into vibrant modern masterpieces. Steve Kaufman and His Impact on Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork Steve Alan Kaufman, born in 1960 in the United States, was a student and assistant to Andy Warhol before developing his own unique artistic voice. He expanded on Warhol’s pop art techniques by incorporating hand embellishments, graffiti elements, and unconventional color schemes, making his works one-of-a-kind collectibles. Kaufman’s contributions to Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork involved a deep engagement with American cultural imagery, including currency, historical figures, and iconic consumer symbols. His work frequently explored themes of capitalism, nostalgia, and the power of recognizable images to evoke emotion and commentary. This $500 dollar bill print is an excellent representation of Kaufman’s ability to fuse financial iconography with street art aesthetics. Through the use of hand-applied oil paint embellishments and silkscreen techniques, the piece achieves a tactile richness that contrasts with the traditional design of American currency. By reimagining the bill in bold colors, Kaufman breathes new life into an object typically associated with economic power and exclusivity. Symbolism of the $500 Bill in Pop Art and Street Graffiti Culture The $500 bill, particularly the 1934 series featuring President William McKinley, is a rare and discontinued form of U.S. currency. While once in circulation, these high-denomination bills were removed from general use and now exist mainly as collectors’ items. In the context of Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork, the depiction of large-denomination currency serves as a commentary on wealth, value, and the transient nature of money. Kaufman’s reinterpretation of the bill in vivid green and yellow hues transforms it from a monetary instrument into a striking visual statement. The contrast between the structured, official design of the original banknote and the expressive, graffiti-inspired application of color creates an engaging tension. This reimagining forces the viewer to reconsider the meaning of money beyond its traditional role in transactions, turning it into an artistic expression of power, history, and cultural significance. Kaufman’s use of layering, texture, and freehand detailing adds an urban, almost rebellious energy to the piece, making it stand out in any collection of modern pop art. Legacy of Kaufman’s $500 Dollar Bill Artwork Steve Kaufman’s limited edition $500 dollar bill Green HPM silkscreen print exemplifies his approach to combining financial symbolism with artistic innovation. The custom-framed piece is more than a decorative statement; it encapsulates the essence of Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork by challenging traditional notions of wealth and status. The bold color palette, hand-embellished details, and large-scale reinterpretation of a historical banknote ensure that this piece remains both visually captivating and intellectually thought-provoking. Through works like this, Kaufman cemented his legacy as a pivotal figure in modern pop art, influencing artists who continue to blend fine art techniques with urban street culture. His reinterpretation of the $500 bill serves as a lasting testament to his ability to elevate ordinary objects into extraordinary pieces of art that capture the energy and complexity of contemporary society.  

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Altered Paths AP Archival Print by Dave Pollot Limited Edition Print on Matte Velvet Rag Fine Art Paper Pop Artist Modern Artwork. AP Artist Proof 2022 Signed & Marked AP Limited Edition 2/2 Artwork Size 10.5x13 Archival Pigment Fine Art C-3PO & R2-D2 Star Wars Robots on a Vintage Village Path. Some APs may have slight blemishes and margin differences; this was a working artist copy. The "Altered Paths AP Archival Print" is a standout piece within the contemporary pop art scene, crafted by the distinguished artist Dave Pollot. Released in 2022, this rare artwork embodies Pollot's creative prowess in repurposing and reimagining existing art pieces. This particular work, marked as an Artist Proof (AP), is a testament to the artist's attention to detail and craftsmanship, limited to only two pieces worldwide. As the second print of this exclusive series, it carries an aura of rarity and exclusivity, further increasing its allure among art enthusiasts. This exceptional piece showcases the beloved Star Wars androids, C-3PO and R2-D2, traversing a vintage village path. It's not just a piece of pop art but also a fusion of fantasy and reality. Printed on matte velvet rag fine art paper, the print delivers vibrant colors and details, maintaining the integrity of the original artwork while incorporating Pollot's unique touch. The dimensions of the artwork, 10.5x13 inches, make it a versatile piece, suitable for various display settings, from private galleries to personal collections. The unique element of this artwork is its use of archival pigment fine art, ensuring longevity and preservation of the print's quality over time. Such methods are synonymous with Pollot's commitment to maintaining high standards and reflect his dedication to his craft. The artist's signature on the print authenticates it, making it a treasured collectible for art collectors and Star Wars fans alike. As an artistic exploration of pop culture, the Altered Paths AP Archival Print pushes the boundaries of modern pop art. It serves as an intriguing example of how artists like Dave Pollot are using their creative license to reimagine familiar narratives and characters within new, unfamiliar contexts, like the vintage village path in this piece. A significant contribution to the genre, it stimulates thought about our perception of iconic characters, their places in our collective memory, and how art can transform and recontextualize these symbols in imaginative ways.

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Super Sporm Limited Edition Archival Pigment Fine Art Prints on 290gsm Moab Entrada Rag Bright Paper by Graffiti Street Art and Pop Culture Artist Keo X-Men. 2021 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 20 Artwork Size 17x13 Super Sporm printed on Moab Entrada Rag Bright 290 GSM archival paper, 17x13 inches. Hand-signed and numbered by KEO in a limited edition of 20.

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Ice Queen Jogjakarta Indonesia Giclee Print by Swoon- Caledonia Curry Artwork Limited Edition Print on Heavy Fine Art Rag Paper Graffiti Pop Street Artist. 2016 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 175 Artwork Size 19x13 From The Swoon Street Series Print Collection. Ice Queen Jogjakarta by Caledonia Curry aka Swoon Ice Queen Jogjakarta Indonesia is a powerful giclee print by Caledonia Curry, the American Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork artist internationally recognized under the name Swoon. Created in 2016 as part of her Street Series Print Collection, this work captures a moment of street intervention in Jogjakarta, Indonesia, and preserves it on 19x13 inch heavy fine art rag paper. The print is part of a signed and numbered limited edition of 175 and reflects Swoon’s enduring commitment to documenting ephemeral urban installations through high-quality archival prints that communicate the immediacy of her public work in permanent form. Street Pop Art Expression in Swoon’s Global Installations In Ice Queen Jogjakarta, Swoon presents a portrait of a regal, nature-bound figure pressed against an urban wall layered with graffiti tags and weathered textures. Rendered in her signature woodcut-inspired style, the Ice Queen wears an intricate arrangement of leaves and feathers, projecting strength, poise, and mysticism. The subject appears both delicate and formidable, staring off into the distance as the marks of graffiti culture swirl around her. The print captures the original street piece’s juxtaposition between handmade beauty and the unpredictable conditions of outdoor walls, delivering a dialogue between the natural and constructed. As with much of Swoon’s Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork, the work centers human presence in the urban context and makes a visual offering to the local environment. Caledonia Curry’s Practice and Global Footprint Caledonia Curry was born in the United States and emerged from the early 2000s street art movement in New York with her iconic wheatpaste portraits. As her practice evolved, she expanded her work to cities around the world, leaving pieces that speak to local identity, shared humanity, and social history. Ice Queen Jogjakarta is an example of her international reach and cultural sensitivity. The artwork not only documents her physical intervention in Indonesia but also reflects her collaborative and immersive approach to making art in unfamiliar settings. Each figure Curry creates has a presence that speaks beyond nationality, embodying archetypes of resilience and grace amid visual disorder. This piece, like others in her print catalog, is a distilled snapshot of a larger global narrative she continues to build. Preserving Street Ephemera through Fine Art The Ice Queen Jogjakarta giclee print encapsulates Curry’s ability to transform fleeting wheatpaste work into collector-grade fine art without losing its original emotional power. Printed on museum-quality rag paper, this edition respects the raw materiality of the street while elevating the work into the realm of collectible Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork. It stands as both an artwork and a historical document, preserving a specific moment in a foreign urban space. The entire Street Series Print Collection honors this dual purpose. For those interested in contemporary street culture and international artistic practice, this print offers a glimpse into the heart of Swoon’s creative mission and her lasting impact on public art.

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