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The Promise Silkscreen Print by Kaws- Brian Donnelly Framed Hand-Pulled Screen Print on 250gm Stonehenge Steel Grey Art Paper Limited Edition Pop Street Art Artwork. 2022 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 500 Artwork Size 16x20 Custom Ornate Frame The Significance of Kaws' The Promise Silkscreen Print In modern art, Kaws, the pseudonym of Brian Donnelly, has risen as a luminary bridging contemporary aesthetics with street sensibilities. His work "The Promise" silkscreen print epitomizes the convergence of pop culture and art, standing as a testament to the dynamism of street pop art and graffiti Art. Created in 2022, this piece is part of a limited edition series that has garnered significant attention from collectors and enthusiasts alike. Characteristics of The Promise by Kaws "The Promise" features Kaws' iconic characters, recognized for their ability to evoke emotional depth despite their simplified and stylized forms. These figures, reminiscent of cartoons, are often interpreted as commentary on the nature of humanity and connectivity. In this print, the characters engage with a globe, suggesting stewardship and global responsibility themes—a reflection of contemporary issues that resonate on a universal scale. This particular silkscreen print is pulled by hand on 250gm Stonehenge Steel Grey Art Paper, a choice that contributes to the texture and depth of the piece. The use of high-quality art paper not only enhances the visual appeal but also ensures the longevity of the print, making it a valuable collector's item. The artwork measures 16x20 inches, a dimension that allows for intimate viewing while still asserting its presence as a statement piece. Limited Edition and Exclusivity The exclusivity of "The Promise" is underscored by its limited run of 500 signed and numbered prints. This deliberate scarcity amplifies the artwork's desirability and highlights its significance within Kaws' oeuvre. Collectors who own a piece of this limited series possess a segment of Kaws' artistic journey and a snapshot of Street Pop Art history. Custom Framing and Presentation Each print of "The Promise" is complemented by a custom ornate frame. The framing is not merely a protective enclosure but an extension of the artwork, carefully selected to enhance the piece's aesthetic and thematic elements. The frame elevates the print, ensuring it commands attention and respect, befitting its status as a work of art. The Position of The Promise in Street Pop Art & Graffiti Artwork Kaws' "The Promise" is distinctive in Street Pop Art and graffiti Artwork. It embodies the artist's fluent dialogue between the street and the gallery, which challenges traditional boundaries and hierarchies within the art world. By bringing the rawness of the street into a refined gallery context, Kaws disrupts expectations and invites viewers to reconsider the value and place of Street Pop Art in the broader art historical narrative. Brian Donnelly's "The Promise" is a remarkable piece that captures the essence of Kaws's artistic vision and the spirit of street pop art and graffiti artwork. Its limited edition status, hand-pulled screen printing technique, and custom framing all contribute to its uniqueness as a work of art. As a collectible, it holds aesthetic value. It represents a crucial intersection between street culture and high art, making it a coveted piece for any serious collector or fan of contemporary art.

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Two Americas- Large Format Limited Edition Hand Pulled 4-Color Serigraph Print on Varnished 100% Cotton Rag Archival Paper with hand-deckled edges by Shepard Fairey Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 4-Color Serigraph on Varnished 100% Cotton Rag Archival Paper. 30 x 40 inches. Signed by Shepard Fairey. Numbered edition of 100. Jim Marshall's photograph of a coal mining family in Hazard, Kentucky, taken while he lived with them, says a lot with what it shows, which is a mother and two children huddled together in support of each other, but it says just as much with what it lacks. There is a conspicuous absence of material necessities and a father. I don't know whether the father was working in a coal mine when the photograph was taken or had potentially died young because of the health risks of working under dangerous conditions, but it is clear that the family is struggling and lacking.

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New World Revolution Print on Wood Panel Framed Ready to Hang by Mear One Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 13.5 x 18 in. (34.29 x 45.72 cm) Exclusive fine art wood print on 1/2" sustainable Birch, bright white finish hand signed and numbered by Mear One. Limited Edition of 20 prints "With Mother's Day". "Her golden halo bathes us in a warmth of spiritual wisdom, positivity, and choice, fist raised in the sky, not in anger, but universal solidarity and strength, perhaps serving as a reminder to us all that a revolutionary time is upon us, drawing focus upon the courageous role that women and children play in this politically charged era." - Mear One

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