Artist Statement
“This image has been controversial, but I’m glad to take the heat if it encourages more people to participate in a necessary conversation. I’m not anti- 2nd Amendment, I’m pro-common sense. No one needs an assault rifle with a 50 round clip, especially without a background check. Let’s not allow a powerful organization like the NRA to lobby, use fear tactics, and ultimately dictate policy that is not supported by the majority of Americans. Please speak up if you believe in safety over intimidation. Thanks for caring. -Shepard 24 x 36 inch Offset Lithograph on thick paper. Signed and Numbered e
About This Print
God Saves & Satan Invests is a 2013 offset lithograph measuring 24 x 36 inches, printed on thick paper as a signed and numbered First Edition of 350 at $35, published by Obey Giant. Fairey describes it as a deliberately provocative image meant to spark conversation about gun policy; he frames himself as pro-common-sense rather than anti-Second Amendment and criticizes the NRA's lobbying and fear tactics. Proceeds from the print were directed to creating posters for Occupy The NRA, and 50 folded thin-paper sets were also offered for street use and public display at $15 per set.
Market Context
Estimated market value: 159.5. Observed range 107.5–350.0. Latest recorded sale: 2013-04-14. Value is the median of recorded public sales (>= $100); low-high shows the observed sale range.