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Banksy, Girl With Balloon (Signed), 2004

Banksy

Girl With Balloon (Signed), 2004
Screen print
27 1/2 x 19 3/4 in
70 x 50 cm
Edition of 150
Series: Girl With Balloon
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Girl with Balloon is a screen print released by Pictures on Walls as a signed edition of 150, an unsigned edition of 600 and 88 APs in Blue, Gold, Pink and Purple. Girl with Balloon is Banksy’s most popular motif and is recognized the world over for its charm and simple beauty. In a poll conducted in the UK in 2017, that artwork was voted Britain’s favourite artwork highlighting its broad and timeless appeal. The work, like many Banksy motifs, has multiple interpretations The work, which originally appeared across London as a series of murals, was accompanied by the text There is always hope. Girl with Balloon can be interpreted in multiple ways, including hope, innocence, and the struggle to achieve intangible desires. The image can represent the idea that there is always a glimmer of hope, even when things seem bleak as the little girl gently reaches out to grasp the balloon which can appear to float towards her. Subsequently, the work can also symbolize loss and loss of innocence as the balloon drifts away from the girl representing the struggle to achieve intangible desires, such as love, happiness, or a sense of purpose. Girl with Balloon is the iconic work and the image most associated with the artist. Loved across the globe, it is one of the most important works of art of the 20th Century.
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Girl With Balloon is one of Banksy's most renowned and iconic works. The image features a young girl reaching out toward a red, heart-shaped balloon that is drifting away. The girl's silhouette is depicted in black against a white background, creating a simple yet poignant and emotive scene.

This artwork has gained widespread recognition and appreciation for its symbolic message, often interpreted as representing innocence, hope, love, and the fleeting nature of these emotions or aspirations. The red heart-shaped balloon, a universal symbol of love and affection, slipping away from the girl's grasp conveys themes of loss, longing, and the transient nature of cherished moments.

Originally created as street art in various locations around the world, Girl With Balloon has been adapted into prints and other forms of art. It captivates viewers with its simplicity, emotional depth, and the thought-provoking nature of its symbolism, inviting interpretation and contemplation on the themes of love, childhood, and the passing of time. This piece has become an emblematic representation of Banksy's artistic vision and social commentary.


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