This lot consists of a hand stenciled aerosol painting on recycled cardboard, attributed to the contemporary street artist Banksy (British, 1974 -). Image depicts a young girl releasing a heart-shaped red balloon. Painting is done in the contemporary graffiti style for which the enigmatic street artist Banksy is so well known. This simple yet powerful piece would make a great addition to any contemporary art collector's gallery. Unframed piece measures approximately 22" x 16".Banksy is an anonymous English-based street artist, vandal, political activist and painter, Banksy combines dark humor with graffiti done in a distinctive stenciling technique. His works of political and social commentary have been featured on streets, walls, and bridges of cities throughout the world.PROVENANCE: Private Collection DIMENSIONS: Unframed piece measures approximately 15 3/4" x 12 1/2".New York stamp and numberThe pieces travel with an export certificate, ( certificate of assets not belonging to cultural heritage.), the process takes between 4 - 6 business days. This is required in CUSTOMS for its free transit to any country.After payment, the procedure for certificate for the work of art will be made for export purposes.

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