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Pop Tart- Yellow Hand-Pulled 7-Color Framed Silkscreen Print on 410gsm Somerset Satin White Paper by Artist D*Face- Dean Stockton Limited Edition Fine Art Artwork. 2007 Signed & Numbered Framed Limited Edition of 125 Artwork Size 30x29 Framed With a Large Custom Frame & Mat. Pop Tart (Yellow), 2007 Screenprint in colors on paper 30 x 29 inches (76.2 x 73.7 cm) (sheet) Ed. 125 Signed and numbered in pencil along the lower edge. Published by Black Rat Press D*Face Dean Stockton Pop Tart Yellow Silkscreen Print 2007 The 2007 Pop Tart Yellow silkscreen print by British artist Dean Stockton, professionally known as D*Face, is a seminal example of his satirical take on Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork. Measuring 30 x 29 inches and pulled by hand in seven colors on 410gsm Somerset Satin White paper, this limited edition of 125 was published by Black Rat Press, one of London’s most influential print studios for contemporary street artists. Each piece is signed and numbered by the artist in pencil along the lower edge, affirming its authenticity and collectible status. Iconography and Cultural Critique The imagery in Pop Tart Yellow is unmistakably drawn from Andy Warhol’s famous Marilyn Monroe portraits, yet DFace overlays the glamorous visage with his own irreverent twist. Marilyn’s face is partially transformed into a skull, with hollowed eyes and dripping paint effect that speaks to both the fragility of celebrity and the inevitability of decay. Wing-like cartoon details sprouting from her head add a surreal, satirical touch, a reminder of the way fame often elevates cultural figures to mythical status even as it dehumanizes them. This duality between beauty and mortality is a recurring theme in DFace’s practice, amplifying the critique of idolization and mass media’s manipulation of public perception. Technique and Execution Executed as a seven-color silkscreen, the work combines bold flat colors with the grittier textures of drips and distressed detailing. The canary yellow background heightens the pop art vibrancy while creating sharp contrast with the black skeletal overlay and Marilyn’s bright red lips. D*Face’s choice of Somerset Satin 410gsm paper underscores the print’s status as fine art, marrying street aesthetics with museum-quality execution. This approach reflects his ability to bring graffiti-inspired design into the gallery setting without losing the edge and immediacy that characterizes his outdoor interventions. D*Face’s Role in Contemporary Street Art Dean Stockton, born in London in 1978, has established himself as a central figure in the global street art movement, blending punk-inspired graphics, comic book aesthetics, and pop culture satire. His works often interrogate themes of fame, consumerism, love, and mortality, using recognizable cultural icons as vehicles for commentary. Pop Tart Yellow stands as a key example of his strategy to remix the imagery of Warhol and Monroe, figures who themselves embody the commodification of beauty and celebrity. By injecting darker undertones and irreverent humor, D*Face transforms a pop art classic into a piece that resonates with contemporary audiences while questioning the very foundations of fame-driven culture. This limited edition silkscreen remains one of his most iconic fine art releases, bridging his graffiti roots with the collectible print market.

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Pop Tart Yellow Unique HPM Original Collage Silkscreen Print by D*Face- Dean Stockton Screen Print on Wove Fine Art Paper Limited Edition Pop Street Art Artwork. 2007 Signed & Numbered Collage HPM Embellished Unique Original Artwork Size 30x29 Framed Exploring the Vibrant Convergence of Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork The fusion of street pop art and graffiti artwork often creates a vivid tableau that not only captures the eye but also provokes thought and commentary on societal issues. The "Pop Tart Yellow Unique HPM Original Collage Silkscreen Print" by the renowned British artist D*Face, whose real name is Dean Stockton, exemplifies this dynamic. Produced in 2007, this limited-edition work is an engaging piece that is visually arresting and thematically complex. Dean Stockton and the Allure of Screen Printing Dean Stockton, better known as D*Face, has become a standout figure in contemporary street art. His work often critiques the consumerist culture, the mechanization of modern life, and the omnipresent media that shape our realities. Born in London, Stockton is alive as of my last update, and his work continues to influence the trajectory of street art globally. The "Pop Tart Yellow" work showcases"his distinctive approach to street pop art, infusing elements of graffiti with traditional pop art aesthetics. The silkscreen process, a hallmark of pop art since its popularization by figures like Andy Warhol, is central to the visual impact of "Pop Tart Yellow." "t allows Stockto" to layer colors and images, creating an almost tangible texture. This method, which entails pushing ink through a screen to transfer an image onto a substrate, adds to the uniqueness of each piece, especially when hand embellishments are involved. The Cultural Commentary of "Pop Tart Yellow" U" on observing" "Pop Tart Yellow" p" int, one is str"ck by its bold use of color and the juxtaposition of a skeletal figure adorned with cartoon-like features. The artwork is a veritable cornucopia of social commentary, steeped in the visual language of both street and pop art. The yellow backdrop serves as an eye-catching element and a symbol of caution, mirroring the cautionary tales often told by street artists about the world around us. The elements of collage and the hand-finished touches, indicated by "HPM" (Hand Painted Multiple), point" to "the unique nature of each print within the limited series. Stockon's choice to hand-embellish tStockon's underscores the street art ethos of originality and direct engagement with the artwork. The skeletal figure, a recurring motif in D*Face's work, invokes the temporaliD*Face'sman existence and the often superficial layering of societal expectations and norms. The imagery in "Pop Tart Yellow" reflects a disenchantment with the"police state and the perpetual cycle of violence, as suggested by the text fragments accompanying the visual elements. Stockton's work is rarely without a Stockton'sedge, and this piece continues in that vein, challenging the viewer to reflect on the structures of power and authority that govern everyday life. The artwork’s dimensions, 30x29 inches, make it a commanding presence in any space. As with many street art pieces, the scale contributes to the impact, and even when confined within a frame, "Pop Tart Yellow" retains the raw energy typically found in Stockton’s more enormous murals. The act of Stockton Street art, a form traditionally found in the brief space of the urban landscape, further blurs the lines between high art and accessible street culture. Legacy and Influence in Modern Street Art The legacy of street pop art and graffiti artwork like "Pop Tart Yellow" lies in its ability" to remain relevant over the years. Though created in 2007, the thematic concerns of the piece resonate strongly in today's social and political climate. Today's art has long been a medium for marginalized voices and a platform for alternative narratives in the public sphere. As a limited edition work, "Pop Tart Yellow" allows collectors "to hold a piece "of that conversation, a moment of that dialogue immortalized through the artist's lens. D*Face’s body of artwork D*Face's "Pop Tart Yellow" provides a critical"l lens through which to view our contemporary world. Stockton's art compels us to confront Stockton's mundane and the political in one fell swoop. His influence extends beyond the streets and into the galleries, bridging the gap between what art can be and what it has the potential to communicate. The vibrant interplay between color, text, and imagery in "Pop Tart Yellow" is a testament to "Tockton’s skill" in harnessing Stockton's pop art to open conversations and challenge perceptions. Much like the rest of his oeuvre, this piece will continue to captivate and inspire, inviting onlookers to partake in a visual feast that is both a reflection and a critique of the world we navigate.

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