Limited Edition Shepard Fairey "A Champion of Justice" Print, signed and numbered Artist's Proof (A/P) from only 500. This rare piece celebrates Ruth Bader Ginsburg, featuring vibrant colors and bold design. Includes Obey Giant blind stamp and Certificate of Authenticity. Perfect for art collectors! Ships flat and insured. Explore more at Gauntlet Gallery!
Shepard Fairey • OBEY GIANT
"A Champion of Justice (Ruth Bader Ginsburg)"
Hand-Signed and Numbered Limited Edition Screen Print • Edition of 500 (2021)
Artist's Proof (A/P) • Obey Giant Blind Stamp • Certificate of Authenticity Included
What You Are Getting
This is an authentic Artist's Proof (A/P) of Shepard Fairey's "A Champion of Justice (Ruth Bader Ginsburg)" -- a hand-signed and numbered limited edition screen print from a total edition of only 500. Artist's Proofs are reserved from the main edition run and represent the most desirable tier of any print release. They are produced in extremely small quantities, typically 10% or fewer of the stated edition, making them significantly rarer and more valuable than standard numbered impressions.
Fairey is one of the most important living artists in the world. His work hangs in the Smithsonian, the Museum of Modern Art, the Victoria and Albert Museum, and the National Portrait Gallery. His prints command strong prices at Christie's, Sotheby's, and Heritage Auctions -- and limited editions from named runs like this one are the backbone of the contemporary street art market. You will not find another A/P of this piece readily available.
Print Details
| Title |
"A Champion of Justice (Ruth Bader Ginsburg)" |
| Artist |
Shepard Fairey (OBEY GIANT) |
| Year |
2021 |
| Medium |
Screen print on archival paper |
| Edition |
Edition of 500 -- This impression is an Artist's Proof (A/P) |
| Signature |
Hand-signed by Shepard Fairey in pencil, lower margin |
| Numbering |
Hand-numbered A/P in pencil, lower margin |
| Blind Stamp |
Obey Giant blind stamp (embossed into the paper, verso) -- the hallmark of authenticity for all official Obey Giant print releases |
| Condition |
Excellent. Clean, flat, no creases, tears, foxing, or handling damage. Colors are rich and saturated. Stored flat and protected since acquisition. |
Authentication and Provenance
HAND-SIGNED • HAND-NUMBERED • OBEY GIANT BLIND STAMP • COA
This print carries four layers of authentication, which together form the complete chain of provenance that serious collectors and auction houses require:
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Hand-signed by Shepard Fairey in pencil. Fairey personally signs each impression in the lower margin. His pencil signature is the primary mark of authenticity for all Obey Giant limited edition prints.
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Hand-numbered A/P in pencil. The edition number is written by hand, confirming this impression's place within the edition and its status as an Artist's Proof.
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Obey Giant blind stamp (verso). An embossed stamp pressed into the paper itself -- not printed, not applied, but physically stamped into the sheet. This is the hallmark of an official Obey Giant release and is extremely difficult to replicate. Its presence confirms the print was produced and released through Fairey's studio.
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Certificate of Authenticity (COA) included. Accompanying documentation confirming the work's authenticity and edition details.
Provenance: This impression has been traced to its original release through Obey Giant or authorized gallery distribution. Clean chain of ownership from initial acquisition to this listing.
Why Artist's Proofs matter: In printmaking, Artist's Proofs (A/P or AP) are impressions reserved outside the main numbered edition for the artist's personal use, archives, and select distribution. They are identical in quality to the numbered edition but produced in much smaller quantities -- typically 10% or fewer of the edition size. For a run of 500, that means roughly 50 or fewer A/P impressions exist. In the secondary market, Artist's Proofs consistently command a premium of 20–50% or more over standard numbered editions of the same work.
About the Work
"A Champion of Justice" is Fairey's tribute to Ruth Bader Ginsburg -- the iconic Supreme Court Justice, cultural figure, and symbol of perseverance who served on the bench for 27 years until her passing in 2020. The composition showcases Fairey's signature propaganda-inspired aesthetic: bold geometric symmetry, a powerful central portrait rendered in his distinctive screen print technique, and a color palette that combines rich, saturated tones with graphic contrast that commands attention from across the room.
Meticulous linework and distressed texture effects create depth while honoring the street art tradition that defines Obey Giant's visual language. The piece exemplifies Fairey's ongoing exploration of power, authority, and cultural iconography -- transforming a familiar figure into provocative visual commentary that challenges viewers to reconsider the images and symbols that shape public discourse.
About the Artist
Shepard Fairey (b. 1970) emerged from the skateboard and punk scenes to become one of the most influential street artists of his generation. His iconic "Andre the Giant Has a Posse" sticker campaign, launched as a student at the Rhode Island School of Design, evolved into the globally recognized OBEY brand -- a cultural phenomenon that blurred the lines between street art, graphic design, and fine art.
The 2008 Obama "Hope" poster cemented Fairey's place in political art history. The image became one of the most widely recognized pieces of political graphic art ever created and now resides in the permanent collection of the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery.
Drawing from Soviet constructivism, punk rock DIY ethics, and the visual language of commercial advertising, Fairey's work transforms familiar imagery into provocative commentary on manufactured consent and media manipulation. His prints, paintings, and murals are held in the collections of the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), the Victoria and Albert Museum, the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), and institutions worldwide.
Today, Fairey's limited edition prints are actively traded at major auction houses including Christie's, Sotheby's, Phillips, and Heritage Auctions. His secondary market continues to strengthen as his historical significance and institutional recognition grow.
What Is Included
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"A Champion of Justice (Ruth Bader Ginsburg)" -- Screen print on archival paper, Edition of 500, Artist's Proof (A/P)
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Hand-signed and hand-numbered by Shepard Fairey in pencil
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Obey Giant blind stamp (verso)
- Certificate of Authenticity (COA)
Who This Is For
This piece is ideal for collectors of contemporary street art and urban art, Shepard Fairey and Obey Giant collectors building a comprehensive print portfolio, fans of political art and cultural iconography, admirers of Ruth Bader Ginsburg seeking a museum-quality tribute, or investors in the limited edition print market looking for a rare Artist's Proof from one of the most recognized living artists in the world.
Shepard Fairey limited edition prints -- particularly signed and numbered screen prints from named editions -- continue to appreciate as his institutional recognition grows and secondary market demand strengthens. An Artist's Proof from an edition of 500 represents the scarcest version of this work available. You will not find another A/P of this piece readily on the market.
Shipping
This museum-quality screen print ships flat with professional archival packaging to ensure safe delivery. The print will be protected with acid-free tissue, rigid backing boards, and a sturdy outer carton. Fully insured. International shipping available upon request.
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Few contemporary artists have bridged underground culture and institutional recognition as effectively as Shepard Fairey. Emerging from skate and punk subcultures with the original Obey Giant campaign, he built a visual language rooted in propaganda aesthetics, bold iconography, and political commentary.
What makes Fairey compelling for collectors isn’t just name recognition — it’s durability. His work sits at the intersection of activism, design, and pop culture. \
From the globally recognized Hope poster to decades of tightly controlled screenprint editions, he has demonstrated both cultural relevance and disciplined market structure.
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