This news is about 10 days old, but it was under-reported and features two of the premiere street artists in the world, so it’s still relevant. On May 13th, Sotheby’s New York held a massive contemporary art auction with work available from everyone from Calder to Warhol to Rauschenberg to, yes, Banksy and Shepard Fairey.
Fairey’s Peace Goddess (ab0ve) on canvas sold for an impressive $80,500. But it was really Banksy who showed everyone that he’s quickly become the most famous and profitable modern artist in the world . His Sale Ends Today (below) took in an unbelievable $230,500 at auction!
It’s pretty amazing that modern street artists have captured the attention of art collectors who usually purchase overpriced work from dead guys. Banksy’s take is even more impressive as he’s selling pieces for tons of money while still a working artist. This seems to be a rarity, and I’m pleased that these two have broken into the elitist world of contemporary art.
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