Artist Statement
“I've created several iterations of the peace dove over the years. As an icon, the dove is internationally recognized as a symbol of peace, making it ideal as a communication tool. This version of the peace dove includes a flower growing from the barb wire, symbolizing positive growth from an oppressive situation. –Shepard Barb Wire Dove (Two Colorways: Red & Blue). A limited amount of matching numbered sets will be available for $130. Red and blue sold separately for $65. 10 x 13 inches. Signed by Shepard Fairey. Numbered edition of 250. Comes with a Digital Certificate of Authenticity provid
About This Print
Barb Wire Dove Letterpress (Red) is a 2022 Shepard Fairey letterpress print measuring 10 x 13 inches, issued in a signed, numbered edition of 250 by Obey Giant. The image depicts Fairey's peace dove, an internationally recognized symbol of peace, with a flower growing from barbed wire to symbolize positive growth out of an oppressive situation. Released in two colorways, red and blue, it carries the Obey publishing chop in the lower left corner and comes with a digital Certificate of Authenticity provided by Verisart. The source notes matching numbered sets of both colorways were also offered. The work pairs Fairey's dove iconography with floral and barbed-wire symbolism.
Market Context
Estimated market value: 150.0. Observed range 111.0–250.0. Latest recorded sale: Sep 22, 20. Value is the median of recorded public sales (>= $100); low-high shows the observed sale range.