BANKSY, BLOWPOP002 MATADOR AND CAR, ORIGINAL STENCIL ON 12 INCH RECORD SLEEVE, 1998
Blowpop002 Matador and Car is among the oldest known Banksy original works and is thus considered a highly desirable, rare collectible gem. Apparently, fewer than 100 of these sleeves exist. The black aerosol stencil was created by Banksy for the release of the promo record by the Capoeira Twins 12", produced on a white cardboard record sleeve. The dynamic stencil design depicts a classic Spanish matador character, shaking his cape at a 1970s muscle car with bull horns on its roof. The image is a witty and original take on representing romanticized “machismo” and masculinity, already showing the early signs of Banksy’s signature tongue-in-cheek humour.
Banksy is said to have created the record design free of charge, having befriended the owner of Blowpop Records.
ABOUT BANKSY
Banksy is undoubtedly the world’s most sought-after and talked about street artist, his work represents his political and social commentary on the world, and has appeared on city walls throughout it – from London to New York, from Jamaica to the Gaza Strip.
Banksy is not only known for his high profile murals, he has been releasing limited edition prints for many years, produced in various formats, including signed and unsigned works, as well as artist proofs and gift prints. However, only a very select number of people know exactly what the elusive street artist creates and how many he releases. Some editions, for example, are only made available to VIPs, collectors and friends of Banksy’s who are part of the much-coveted inner circle. This has only made the demand for his limited edition silkscreen prints and artists proofs in circulation, grow in popularity year on year. Learn more about street artist Banksy.
