Police & Cops

14 artworks


  • Police Grin Gay Empire Figure Art Toy by Ron English

    Ron English Police Grin Gay Empire Figure Art Toy by Ron English

    Police Grin HipHop Trooper Limited Edition Resin Art Toy Collectible Artwork by street graffiti artist Ron English x Suckadelic. 2022 Signed & Numbered Hand cast and painted 3.75" scale carded resin figure. Numbered out of 100.

    $246.00

  • Pop Tart Yellow Unique Collage Silkscreen Print by D*Face- Dean Stockton Pop Tart Yellow Unique Collage Silkscreen Print by D*Face- Dean Stockton

    D*Face- Dean Stockton Pop Tart Yellow Unique Collage Silkscreen Print by D*Face- Dean Stockton

    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.

    $10,000.00

  • Hopper Taos Deckled Serigraph Print by Aelhra

    Aelhra Hopper Taos Deckled Serigraph Print by Aelhra

    Hopper Taos- Hand Deckled Limited Edition Hand Deckled 1-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Aelhra Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 2014 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 10 Artwork Size 18x24 Artist: Aelhra Technique: Serigraph Size: ca. 18" X 24" Markings: Signed & Numbered Hand Deckled Edition

    $242.00

  • The Spinner Silkscreen Print by Robert Wilson IV

    Robert Wilson IV The Spinner Silkscreen Print by Robert Wilson IV

    The Spinner Limited Edition 4-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Pop Artist Robert Wilson IV. 2014 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 75 Artwork Size 18x24 “The Spinner” hand-printed silk screenprint, measuring 18×24, and is signed and numbered in an edition of 75.

    $153.00

  • Tombstone AP Giclee Print by Robert Bruno

    Robert Bruno Tombstone AP Giclee Print by Robert Bruno

    Tombstone Limited Edition Giclee Print on Fine Art Paper by Robert Bruno counter-culture street artist art. AP Artist Proof. Artist Proofs for Tombstone 16' in. x 24' in. Fine Art Giclee Print Signed & Numbered Edition of 30. Tombstone the Classic Western Movie

    $99.00

  • Pleasure Paradise Giclee Print by Dxtr

    Dxtr Pleasure Paradise Giclee Print by Dxtr

    Pleasure Paradise 1.21 Gigawatts Limited Edition Giclee Print on Fine Art Paper by DXTR counter-culture street artist art. New Rule collective presents, 1.21 GIGAWATTS, an illustrated tribute to the classic movie trilogy Back To The Future! The classic tale of young Marty McFly and Doc Brown as they haphazardly travel through the space-time continuum inspired a generation of sci-fi and time travel fanatics around the world, and still stands up as a defining piece of cinema from the 80s.

    $140.00

  • Murphys Law Silkscreen Print by Tim Doyle

    Tim Doyle Murphys Law Silkscreen Print by Tim Doyle

    Murphys Law Limited Edition 4-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Pop Artist Tim Doyle. 2012 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 150 Series 2 Artwork Size 18x24 Tim Doyle "Murphy Delivers the Law" 4 color screenprint on 100# cougar signed and numbered edition of 150 18" x 24"

    $253.00

  • Robocopus Hypercubus Silkscreen Print by Tim Doyle

    Tim Doyle Robocopus Hypercubus Silkscreen Print by Tim Doyle

    Robocopus Hypercubus Limited Edition 4-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Tim Doyle Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. Bijou Metro & Blunt Graffix event, Eugene OR. Tim Doyle’s hit mash-up between religious icons Robocop and Salvador Dali. This hand-printed 18×24 silkscreen poster is signed and numbered by the artist in an edition of only 100 worldwide.

    $253.00

  • Peanuts Runner Snoopy Spinner Giclee Print by Raid71

    Raid71 Peanuts Runner Snoopy Spinner Giclee Print by Raid71

    Peanuts Runner Snoopy Spinner Giclee Print by Raid71 Artwork Giclee Limited Edition Print on Fine Art Paper by Pop Culture Graffiti Artist Raid71. 2023 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of TBD Artwork Size 5x5 Giclee Print by Raid71 Peanuts Charlie Brown x Blade Runner. "Peanuts" is a popular American comic strip created by Charles M. Schulz that was first published on October 2, 1950. The strip revolves around a group of children, with the central character being Charlie Brown, who is often accompanied by his pet beagle, Snoopy. The strip explores themes such as friendship, love, and the challenges of growing up. "Peanuts" has become one of the most popular and influential comic strips in history, and its characters are widely recognized and loved around the world. "Blade Runner" is a science fiction film directed by Ridley Scott that was released in 1982. The film is set in a dystopian future in which genetically engineered beings called replicants have been created to perform dangerous or undesirable jobs on off-world colonies. When a group of replicants escape and come to Earth, a specialized police officer called a blade runner is tasked with hunting them down and "retiring" them. The film explores themes such as the nature of humanity, the ethics of creating artificial life, and the consequences of technological advancement. "Blade Runner" has become a cult classic and is widely regarded as one of the most influential science fiction films ever made.

    $82.00

  • Cornetto Trilogy Hot Fuzz Lithograph Print by Patrick Connan

    Patrick Connan Cornetto Trilogy Hot Fuzz Lithograph Print by Patrick Connan

    Cornetto Trilogy- Hot Fuzz Lithograph Print Limited Edition Artwork on GF Smith 250gsm Absolute Naturalis Matt Paper by Patrick Connan, an urban graffiti pop street artist. Lithograph print on GF Smith 250gsm Absolute Naturalis Matt paper with archival inks. Edition of 20 A2 (420 mm x 594 mm/ 16.5 x 23.4 inches) Signed / Numbered & Stamped

    $99.00

  • Badges? Giclee Print by Chet Phillips

    Chet Phillips Badges? Giclee Print by Chet Phillips

    Badges? Limited Edition Giclee Print on Fine Art Paper by Chet Phillips counter-culture street artist art. Robo Cop x Judge Dredd.

    $99.00

  • Crime is a disease. Meet the cure Giclee Print by Joe Vetoe

    Joe Vetoe Crime is a disease. Meet the cure Giclee Print by Joe Vetoe

    Crime is a disease. Meet the cure. Limited Edition Giclee Print on Fine Art Paper by Joe Vetoe counter-culture street artist art. Based on the Sylvester Stallone classic 1980s movie Cobra.

    $99.00

  • A Study in Pink Giclee Print by Alice X Zhang

    Alice X Zhang A Study in Pink Giclee Print by Alice X Zhang

    A Study in Pink Artwork Giclee Limited Edition Print on Fine Art Paper by Pop Culture Graffiti Artist Alice X Zhang. 2014 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 100 Artwork Size 19x13

    $242.00

  • Hopper Taos Serigraph Print by Aelhra

    Aelhra Hopper Taos Serigraph Print by Aelhra

    Hopper Taos Limited Edition Hand Deckled 1-Color Hand-Pulled Silkscreen Print on Fine Art Paper by Aelhra Graffiti Street Artist Modern Pop Art. 2014 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 30 Artwork Size 18x24 Artist: Aelhra Technique: Serigraph Size: ca. 18" X 24" Markings: Signed & Numbered

    $209.00

Police & Cops Graffiti Street Pop Artwork

Authority in Art: Police Depictions in Street Pop Art and Graffiti

The imagery of police and law enforcement has been a significant and provocative subject within street pop art and graffiti. Artists often utilize the symbol of the police officer to discuss power structures, critique social issues, and express a range of emotions from respect to resistance within their work.

Authority Figures in Urban Art Narratives

In the narrative of urban art, the figure of the police officer often appears as a symbol of authority. Their depiction can vary greatly among artists and artworks. For some, police are portrayed as guardians, contributing to the safety and order of city life. For others, they become representations of state power and are depicted in ways that critique their role in societal control and surveillance.

Cultural Commentary Through Police Imagery

Street pop art and graffiti have long been mediums for cultural commentary, and the depiction of police within these forms is particularly charged. In this context, police can be portrayed heroically, satirically, or even villainously, depending on the artist’s message. The representation of police in urban art often reflects current events and societal tensions, making it a form of real-time historical documentation.

Graffiti and Street Art as Dialogue with Law Enforcement

The act of creating graffiti itself can be a point of contention with law enforcement, as it often falls in legal gray areas. This relationship adds a layer of complexity to the depiction of police in street pop art, where the very act of painting can be seen as an act of defiance against the authority that police represent. In many cases, artists use their work to engage in a visual dialogue about the role of policing, creating pieces that respond to the community's perceptions and interactions with law enforcement.

Pop Art's Influence on Police Portrayals

Pop art's influence extends into the portrayal of police, often using bold colors and recognizable iconography to draw attention to their presence within society. The use of pop art aesthetics can serve to amplify the impact of the artwork’s message, whether it is a critique or an endorsement of police and their role.

Police in Street Art: A Reflective Mirror

Street art often serves as a reflective mirror of society, and depictions of police within this art form can reveal much about a community's relationship with law enforcement. These artworks can evoke conversations, challenge perceptions, and sometimes even offer a space for healing and understanding between the public and police. In the evolving canvas of the urban landscape, depictions of police in street pop art and graffiti are a testament to the nuanced and sometimes contentious relationship between authority and expression. As street artists continue to engage with this theme, the portrayal of police in their work remains a powerful commentary on community, power, and the role of art in society.

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