Choose Your Weapon (dark purple)
Choose Your Weapon (dark purple)
Signed Print
Banksy
70 x 70cm, Screenprint, 2010
£40,000-£60,000
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Meaning & Analysis
Choose Your Weapon (dark purple) by Banksy is a 2010 screenprint that features a hooded figure with a barking dog, referencing Keith Haring's work. This piece exemplifies Banksy's iconic stencil style and social commentary, fitting seamlessly into his broader critique of contemporary society and disaffected youth.
In this work, Banksy employs a stark contrast between the dark-clad figure and the white dog, set against a vivid purple background. The piece is a homage to Haring, evident in the stylised dog, and reflects on themes of power and rebellion. The hooded figure’s anonymity speaks to the universal nature of urban unrest, a recurring theme in Banksy's work. This screenprint, part of a series released in various colours, demonstrates Banksy's skillful use of stencilling to convey complex social messages. By juxtaposing elements of street art with “high art”, Banksy challenges the viewer to reconsider societal norms and the role of art in public spaces.
