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  • 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.

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    $246.00

  • Hold On To What You Got Smiley Rainbow HPM Silkscreen Print by Lee Eelus

    Lee Eelus Hold On To What You Got Smiley Rainbow HPM Silkscreen Print by Lee Eelus

    Hold On To What You Got Smiley Rainbow HPM Silkscreen Print by Lee Eelus 4-Color Screen Print Spray Paint Embellished on 270gsm Rainbow Holographic Fine Art Paper Limited Edition Pop Street Art Artwork. 2022 Signed & Numbered Spray Paint HPM Embellished Limited Edition of 25 Artwork Size 12.6x17.72 on Holographic Paper Depicting a Child Holding Massive Smiley Face Balloon. "Hold On To What You Got Smiley Rainbow HPM Silkscreen Print" is a striking piece of street and pop art by the renowned artist Lee Eelus, crafted in 2022. This exquisite limited-edition work is a testament to the playful yet thought-provoking blend of street and pop art styles Eelus is famous for. Its vibrant colors and captivating imagery are realized through a meticulous 4-color screen print process and spray paint embellishment. The subject of the print, which measures 12.6x17.72 inches, is an innocent child clutching a massive smiley face balloon, an emblematic image that resonates with themes of joy, childhood nostalgia, and a poignant hint of fleeting time. Intriguingly, the art piece is rendered on 270gsm rainbow holographic fine art paper, infusing the work with a reflective quality that creates a sense of movement and dynamism. As a limited edition, only 25 copies of this print exist, each one signed and numbered by Eelus himself. The rarity and exclusivity of this work make it a valuable piece for collectors and enthusiasts in the world of street and pop art. Additionally, the holographic paper lends an unexpected depth and shimmering vibrancy to the work, adding another layer of appeal. This art piece stands as a beautiful example of Eelus' mastery of mixing bold, pop-art sensibilities with the grit and spontaneity of street art. It is an essential addition to any collection appreciating contemporary art's dynamic fusion and evolution of genres.

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    $1,118.00

  • D*Dog Grin Art Toy by Ron English x D*Face- Dean Stockton

    D*Face- Dean Stockton D*Dog Grin Art Toy by Ron English x D*Face- Dean Stockton

    D*Dog Grin Limited Edition Vinyl Art Toy Collectible Artwork by street graffiti Ron English Popaganda x D*Face Dean Stockton x Made by Monsters. 2019 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 250 COA Displayed With Box Artwork Size 6x15 D*Face x Ron English in collaboration with vinyl art sculpture workshop Made by Monsters. Sculpture standing based on DFace's iconic D*Dog with Ron English signature Grin Skull. The DDog Grin Art Toy is a collaborative art piece created by two renowned artists, Ron English and DFace (Dean Stockton). Both artists are well-known for their contributions to the world of street art and designer toys, and this collaboration showcases their unique styles and creative synergy. Ron English is an American contemporary artist who is known for his signature "POPaganda" style, which blends high and low cultural touchstones, often combining recognizable brand imagery and advertising with subversive messages. He has created numerous art toys, sculptures, and paintings throughout his career. D*Face, or Dean Stockton, is a British street artist who has gained international recognition for his visually striking work, characterized by a blend of pop art, graffiti, and graphic design. His creations often feature bold colors, impactful imagery, and strong social commentary. The DDog Grin Art Toy is a fusion of these two artists' styles, resulting in a visually captivating and thought-provoking piece. The art toy features a dog figure with Ron English's signature "grin" aesthetic, while incorporating elements of DFace's distinctive pop art and graffiti influences. This limited edition toy is not only a collectible but also serves as a testament to the artists' abilities to create a cohesive work that showcases their individual talents.

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    $529.00

  • Ron English Wall Clock Grin Smiley Art Object by Ron English

    Ron English Ron English Wall Clock Grin Smiley Art Object by Ron English

    Ron English Wall Clock- Grin Smiley Limited Edition Clock Art Object Collectible Artwork by street graffiti artist Ron English. 2021 ComplexCon Exclusive New Never Displayed.

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    $156.00

  • Electric Skull Illuminati Silkscreen Print by Ron English

    Ron English Electric Skull Illuminati Silkscreen Print by Ron English

    Electric Skull Illuminati 3-Color Hand-Pulled Limited Edition Silkscreen Print on Bright Silver Fine Art Paper by Ron English Rare Street Art Famous Pop Artwork Artist. Signed 2010 Limited Edition of 100 18x24 Reflective Silver Paper

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    $489.00

  • Sale -36% Dumpster Fire Black Friday Chrome by Kidrobot Dumpster Fire Black Friday Chrome by Kidrobot

    Kidrobot Dumpster Fire Black Friday Chrome by Kidrobot

    Dumpster Fire- Black Friday Chrome Limited Edition Vinyl Art Toy Collectible Artwork by street graffiti artist Kidrobot. Last year Kidrobot brought you the 2020 Edition to commemorate the Dumpster Fire of a year! This year Kidrobot will bring you the Black Friday 2021 Chrome Edition of the Dumpster Fire collectible - like the hood ornament of the speeding car that is modern life. Shiny, sleek, reflective chrome. Going places fast. Still a box of trash on fire. Based on the popular gif and pin by 100% Soft, this Kidrobot x 100% Soft Dumpster Fire Chrome Edition vinyl collectible is a Black Friday Exclusive.

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    $92.00$59.00

  • Sale -15% Party Heads Silver Glitter Hand Finished Archival Print by Fanakapan

    Fanakapan Party Heads Silver Glitter Hand Finished Archival Print by Fanakapan

    Party Heads Silver Glitter Hand Finished Archival Print by Fanakapan Fine Art Limited Print on 300gsm Somerset Satin Paper Pop Artist Artwork. 2022 Signed & Numbered Limited Edition of 20 Artwork Size 35.43x24.4 Archival Pigment Print with 4 uv screen printed layers On 300 Gsm somerset satin Paper Hand finished by fanakapan in 5 UV spray colours Signed By The Artist Edition of 20 90 x 62 cm 2022

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    $946.00$804.00

  • Shades of Dripple Rainbow Foil Archival Print by Sket-One

    Sket-One Shades of Dripple Rainbow Foil Archival Print by Sket-One

    Shades of Dripple Rainbow Foil Archival Print by Sket-One Limited Edition on Gloss Lamination 2pt Rainbow Foil Board Pop Graffiti Street Art Artist Modern Artwork. 2023 Signed & Numbered Print Limited Edition of 50 Artwork Size 16x20 Archival Pigment Fine Art

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    $247.00

  • Shades of Dripple HPM Rainbow Foil Archival Print by Sket-One

    Sket-One Shades of Dripple HPM Rainbow Foil Archival Print by Sket-One

    Shades of Dripple HPM Rainbow Foil Archival Print Hand Embellished by Sket-One Limited Edition on Gloss Lamination 2pt Rainbow Foil Board Pop Graffiti Street Art Artist Modern Artwork. 2023 Signed & Numbered Print Spray Paint HPM Hand Embellished Limited Edition of 25 Artwork Size 16x20 Archival Pigment Fine Art

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    $468.00

Smile Graffiti Street Pop Artwork

The Emblematic Smile in Street Pop Art and Graffiti Artwork

The smile as a symbol holds a universal language of positivity, happiness, and amiability, transcending cultural and linguistic barriers. In street pop art and graffiti art, the smile has been a recurring motif, reinterpreted and reimagined by artists to convey messages that range from the sincerely optimistic to the profoundly ironic. Street pop art, in particular, has a history of taking quotidian symbols and infusing them with new life on the urban canvas. A smile in this context can be a powerful communicator, transforming the mood of a decrepit alleyway or a bustling city corner. In the hands of a street artist, the smile often transcends its simple, joyful beginnings. It can become a social commentary, a mask of the complexities and contradictions of human emotions, or a satirical jab at the commercialization of happiness. The smiley face, for instance, an icon that became a pop culture phenomenon in the 1970s, has been adopted and adapted by street artists around the globe. Its presence in street art is frequently laden with a sense of nostalgia. Yet, it's injected with contemporary concerns, echoing the sentiments of a generation connected by digital smiles through emojis and yet may feel profound disconnection in the urban sprawl.

Artistic Interpretations of the Smile in Urban Environments

The manifestation of the smile in graffiti artwork has often been far from the original intent of pure joy. It has evolved into a complex symbol expressing various emotions and societal critiques. Artists like Banksy have utilized the smile to challenge viewers' perceptions, juxtaposing the icon of happiness with scenarios that provoke thought about issues such as consumerism, surveillance, and identity. The smile becomes an ironic counterpoint to the gravity of these subjects, highlighting the contrast between the facade of societal happiness and the underlying issues that plague modern life. Moreover, the smile has been central to specific artists' oeuvre, acting as a signature motif representing their artistic identity. Some have taken the smile and distorted it, creating murals that showcase grinning faces with an edge of menace or melancholy, playing with the observer's expectations and emotions. In these instances, the smile does not signify happiness but serves as a visual paradox that underscores the complexities of the human condition. This evolution of the smile motif in street art reflects the genre's inclination to subvert and question rather than beautify.

The Duality of the Smile in Street Art Narratives

The duality of the smile in street pop art and graffiti artwork is a compelling aspect of its use. It can be both an emblem of shared joy and a communal mask hiding the multifaceted stories of a neighborhood. Murals and tags featuring smiles can unite communities, offering a bright spot in otherwise neglected urban landscapes. Conversely, they can also represent a collective facade, a commentary on the societal pressure to appear content and suppress authentic emotional expression. This dichotomy is evident in how the smile is sometimes portrayed in urban art—exaggeratedly large smiles on characters in a piece of art can seem almost dystopian, reflecting the tension between genuine happiness and the pressure to maintain its appearance. This representation can provoke discussions about mental health and the social expectation to suppress negative emotions in favor of a perpetually cheerful exterior. This capacity to embody dual meanings and provoke thought and conversation solidifies the smile's position in street art as a powerful symbol, capable of carrying weighty narratives within its simple curve.

The Cultural Significance of the Smile in Street Art

In the context of street pop art and graffiti artwork, the smile symbolizes the culture's ability to take universal symbols and charge them with new, often unexpected meanings. As a piece of iconography, it is malleable, able to carry the lightest of messages and the heaviest of societal critiques. Artists have harnessed the smile to communicate directly with the public, surprise, delight, and challenge the onlooker. Whether through a simple tag or a complex mural, the smile in street art reflects the diversity of human experience and the environment it inhabits. It is a testament to the genre's power to embed deep stories within simple signs, to engage the public in a dialogue without words, and to leave a lasting impression that continues to resonate long after the viewer has walked away from the artwork.

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