Artist Statement
“In this politicised pandemic crisis through which the previous leader of the most powerful nation in the world labelled coronavirus as China-Virus and its various forms, the consequences of racist blame has led to manifold increases in hate crimes against Asians. I hope this collaboration between Shepard and myself can raise awareness about the long history of anti-Asian hate and the important legacy of Vincent Chin whose untimely death in 1982 galvanised the people to demand Asian American civil rights. This current crucial moment in history calls for a gathering of momentum where Asian dias
About This Print
In Honor Of Vincent Jen Chin (2021) is a signed, numbered screen print measuring 18 x 24 inches in a first edition of 350, created in collaboration between Shepard Fairey and artist Gordon Cheung. It is a collaborative portrait of Vincent Chin, whose 1982 murder in a hate crime galvanized the Asian American civil rights movement. Made amid a rise in anti-Asian hate crimes during the pandemic, the print aims to raise awareness of anti-Asian racism. It is signed by both Fairey and Cheung, and per the source all proceeds go to the Advancing Social Justice for Asians Scholarship Fund.
Market Context
Estimated market value: 199.97. Observed range 105.0–275.0. Latest recorded sale: 2025-12-28. Value is the median of recorded public sales (>= $100); low-high shows the observed sale range.