Girl With Balloon

$5,300

Description:

Girl With Balloon is one of Banksy’s most famous and emotionally powerful artworks. First appearing on a London wall in the early 2000s, it shows a young girl reaching out toward a red, heart-shaped balloon drifting away. Though minimalist in style, the image conveys deep themes of innocence, hope, love, and loss. The accompanying phrase “There Is Always Hope” reinforces its message, making the piece resonate with people around the world. The red balloon, often interpreted as a symbol of dreams or loved ones, has become a universal icon of both optimism and melancholy.

In 2018, Girl With Balloon gained even more fame when a framed version of the artwork self-destructed during a Sotheby’s auction. Just moments after it was sold for over £1 million, the canvas began shredding itself from the bottom up, shocking the audience. This unexpected act was orchestrated by Banksy as a bold critique of the commercial art world. The piece, renamed Love Is in the Bin, was hailed as a historic moment in contemporary art. It exemplifies Banksy’s unique ability to mix artistic beauty with social commentary, turning even the sale of art into performance

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Artist:

Banksy is an anonymous England-based street artist, political activist, and filmmaker known for his provocative and satirical artwork. Emerging from the Bristol underground scene in the 1990s, Banksy popularized the use of stencils to create powerful visual messages on public walls around the world. His art often tackles themes like war, capitalism, surveillance, and social injustice, blending dark humor with bold imagery.

Despite his global fame, Banksy has maintained his anonymity, using it as a tool to critique celebrity culture and the commercial art world. Iconic works like Girl With Balloon, Rage, The Flower Thrower, and the self-shredding artwork Love Is in the Bin have cemented his status as a revolutionary force in contemporary art. Through street interventions, pop-up installations like Dismaland, and charitable contributions, Banksy continues to challenge societal norms and redefine what art can be

Material: Canvas

Frame: Rolled Canvas (Without Frame)

Print Quality: Our prints are crafted on premium archival materials, ensuring vibrant colors, sharp details, and long-lasting durability. Fade-resistant and flawless, they’re designed to keep your space looking elegant for years.

Size: 25*36 inches

Delivery: 2-3 weeks

Certificate of Authenticity: YES (emailed upon delivery)
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