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Rare Banksy Iraq War Protests Up for Sale
26 Feb
Summary
- Two early Banksy spray-painted works protesting the Iraq War are up for auction.
- The artworks were originally acquired at a large anti-war march in London in 2003.
- These rare pieces date from when Banksy was a lesser-known artist.
Two significant early works by the artist Banksy, created as protests against the Iraq War, are scheduled for auction.
The spray-painted cardboard placards, titled "Bomb Hugger" and "Yellow Chopper," were acquired by their current owner at a massive anti-war demonstration in London on February 15, 2003. This event saw between one and two million protesters gather.
These artworks are considered rare, as many protest materials from that highly charged period were destroyed or confiscated by authorities. Experts note that these pieces originate from a time when Banksy's fame was nascent, predating his widespread recognition.
Previous anti-war placards by the artist have achieved substantial prices at auction, with one selling for over £24,000 in 2023. The upcoming auction is expected to draw significant interest from collectors.
