Artist Statement
“18 x 24 inch Screen Print Signed Edition of 450 Release Date: 08/21/2008 $45 The Tyrant Boot print was inspired by the Frederick Douglas quote “The limits of tyrants are prescribed by the endurance of those whom they oppress”. Frederick Douglas, an African American, was a leader of the Abolitionist Movement. He was a firm believer in the equality of all people, whether black, woman, Native American, or recent immigrant. He was fond of saying, “I would unite with anybody to do right and with nobody to do wrong.” I felt that this print is appropriate for the situation my friend Revok is facing.
About This Print
Tyrant Boot is a 2008 screen print by Shepard Fairey, published by Obey Giant in a signed first edition of 450. Measuring 18 x 24 inches, it was inspired by Frederick Douglass's quote, "The limits of tyrants are prescribed by the endurance of those whom they oppress." Fairey created it in support of graffiti artist Revok, who had been arrested on felony vandalism charges, with all profit directed to Revok's legal defense fund. Released August 21, 2008 at an original price of $45, the print frames a message of resistance to oppression and equality through Fairey's propaganda-style graphic design.
Market Context
Estimated market value: 375.0. Observed range 106.5–2008.0. Latest recorded sale: 2025-07-15. Value is the median of recorded public sales (>= $100); low-high shows the observed sale range.