Banksy 'Di-Faced Tenner' Available

Artist: Banksy
Title: Di-Faced-Tenner
Medium: Banksy £10 Currency Note
Size: 132 x 69mm
Edition: UNSURE
Price: £2,200

 

*comes with Steve Lazarides Letter Of Provenance

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The elusive street artist known as Banksy remains the most influential figure within the limited edition art print and poster collector community. Hailing from Bristol in the United Kingdom, this anonymous provocateur began focusing on the medium of stencil graffiti during the early nineties as a member of the Bristol underground scene. While the specific details of their formal education are shrouded in mystery to protect their identity, it is widely understood that the artist drew heavy inspiration from the local street culture and the works of Blek le Rat. Over several decades, this creator has redefined the value of urban art, transitioning from illegal night time installations to record breaking auction sales at major houses like Sotheby’s.

One of the most significant accomplishments in this storied career is the creation of the Di Faced Tenner, a piece of subversive currency that debuted in 2004. This work features the face of Princess Diana in place of Queen Elizabeth II and modifies the text to read Banksy of England. These notes were famously showered upon crowds at the Notting Hill Carnival and the Reading Festival, instantly becoming highly sought after artifacts for those who collect rare ephemera. Unlike many other works, these tenners represent a direct critique of the institution of money and the cult of celebrity, cementing their status as essential items for any serious print portfolio.

In terms of major exhibitions, Banksy has staged some of the most ambitious art shows in history. Notable events include the 2003 show Turf War in a London warehouse, the 2005 Crude Oils exhibition which featured live rats, and the 2006 Barely Legal show in Los Angeles that attracted Hollywood elites. In 2009, the artist took over the Bristol Museum and Art Gallery for a massive homecoming event that saw hundreds of thousands of visitors. Other massive projects include the 2015 temporary theme park Dismaland and the 2017 opening of the Walled Off Hotel in Bethlehem. These shows have historically been the primary source for limited edition posters and authenticated prints that now fetch thousands of dollars on the secondary market.

Beyond the Di Faced Tenner, the artist has produced several famous pieces of art that define the genre. These include Girl with Balloon, which famously shredded itself upon being sold, Love is in the Bin, Flower Thrower, Devolved Parliament, and Pulp Fiction. Because the artist operates outside of traditional gallery structures, their influence is felt most strongly through Pest Control, the only official body that can provide a certificate of authenticity for their work. For those looking to follow the latest updates or see official archives, the artist maintains a presence through the official Banksy website and provides visual updates via the Banksy Instagram profile. Collectors prioritize these official channels to verify the legitimacy of high value posters and limited edition screen prints that frequently appear in the global marketplace.