Flying Copper (Signed), 2004
Signed and dated in pencil, numbered from an edition of 150 (there was also an unsigned edition of 600), published by Pictures on Walls, London, with their blindstamp, with the Certificate of Authenticity from Pest Control
~39 x 27 inches (98.8 x 69 cm.)
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Banksy (British, b. 1974) has become one of the most influential artists of the twenty-first century through his unique ability to merge street art, political activism, and popular culture. Emerging from the Bristol underground scene in the 1990s, Banksy developed a visual language that combines humor, irony, and sharp social critique. His works challenge authority, question systems of power, and expose the contradictions of contemporary society, often through instantly recognizable imagery rendered with deceptive simplicity. While his identity remains unknown, Banksy’s art has achieved global recognition, transcending its origins on city walls to become a defining force in contemporary visual culture.
Created in 2004, *Flying Copper* is among Banksy’s most celebrated and iconic images, encapsulating his enduring fascination with authority, surveillance, and institutional power. The work depicts a British police officer outfitted with angel wings and a bright yellow smiley-face mask, transforming a symbol of control into a figure that is simultaneously absurd, unsettling, and satirical. Through this unexpected combination of imagery, Banksy questions public perceptions of law enforcement while highlighting the tensions between authority and individual freedom. Executed as a screenprint in colors on wove paper, this signed example is dated in pencil and numbered from the edition of 150, alongside an unsigned edition of 600. Published by Pictures on Walls, London, and bearing their blindstamp, the work is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity from Pest Control, Banksy’s official authentication body. Measuring approximately 39 x 27 inches (98.8 x 69 cm.), *Flying Copper* remains one of the artist’s most sought-after prints, admired for its bold visual impact, cultural relevance, and enduring commentary on modern society.
