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Banksy Chocolate Donut (Signed) For Sale

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Banksy - Chocolate Donut (Signed), 2009, Screen print

Chocolate Donut (Signed), 2009

Screen print

22 x 29 7/8 in56 x 76 cm

Edition

Edition of 299

Banksy's Donut print series is a lesser-known but equally intriguing facet of the mysterious street artist's extensive body of work. This series, like much of Banksy's art, blends the everyday with the unexpected to create a thought-provoking statement. The Donut prints were released in two versions: Donut Chocolate and Donut Strawberry, each featuring a distinct color scheme.In these prints, Banksy depicts a quintessential American police car with a giant donut resting on its roof. The image is rendered in Banksy's signature stenciled style, with a keen attention to detail and a characteristic blend of humor and social commentary. The police car is shown in a typical urban setting, but the absurdity of the oversized donut sitting atop it creates a striking and humorous image.The Donut prints were released in limited editions and quickly became sought-after pieces in the art market. As with most of Banksy's work, the series is notable for its ability to convey deeper meanings through seemingly simple images, inviting viewers to ponder the underlying messages behind the whimsical facade.Banksy's art is often characterized by its elusive and satirical nature, and the Donut series is no exception. Through this series, Banksy continues his tradition of challenging viewers to question and think critically about the world around them, using humor and irony as his tools of choice.

Price on Application

Auction History

Banksy - Donuts Chocolate

Donuts Chocolate · Banksy · Sotheby's · 2021-03 · $187,381

Banksy - Donuts (Chocolate)

Donuts (Chocolate) · Banksy · Bonhams · 2021-02 · $166,950

Banksy - Donuts (Chocolate)

Donuts (Chocolate) · Banksy · Christie's · 2022-03 · $154,322

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