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The World of Banksy


  • Prestel
  • by Alessandra Mattanza
This vibrant 3-volume set explores Banksy's iconic works through the lens of some of his most powerful symbols- rats, monkeys, and children. Whether he's protesting war, challenging societal norms, or sending up political and economic systems with his scathing critiques, Banksy's strategic and inventive use of symbolism is one of his most effective tools. Now renowned Banksy scholar Alessandra Mattanza helps readers understand and contextualize some of Banksy's most recognized motifs.

ISBN 9783791393094 | EN | HB BOX
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Publisher Prestel
ISBN 9783791393094
Author(s) Alessandra Mattanza
Publication date September 2024
Edition Hb with slip case
Dimensions 210 x 157 mm
Illustrations 300 col.ill.
Pages 288
Language(s) English ed.
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This vibrant 3-volume set explores Banksy's iconic works through the lens of some of his most powerful symbols- rats, monkeys, and children. Whether he's protesting war, challenging societal norms, or sending up political and economic systems with his scathing critiques, Banksy's strategic and inventive use of symbolism is one of his most effective tools. Now renowned Banksy scholar Alessandra Mattanza helps readers understand and contextualize some of Banksy's most recognized motifs.

Packed with images that span his oeuvre since the early 2000s these volumes are filled with photographs and reproductions of some of his most well-known works featuring rats- 'Let Them Eat Crack', 'Rat Inside a Clock', monkeys - 'Laugh Now' and 'Devolved Parliament' and children - 'Girl with Balloon' and 'Girl Frisking Soldier'. His work on urban resistance is also highlighted here, including such pieces as 'The Flower Thrower' and 'The Son of a Migrant from Syria'.

In her introductory essays Mattanza delves into the unique resonance of Banksy's work; his wit and perception; and his remarkable ability to create enduring messages on an ephemeral canvas.