Banksy
Love Rat, 2004
Screenprint on paper
50 x 35 cm
Edition of 600
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Titled 'Love Rat,' this work by Banksy is a screenprint on paper created in 2004. Measuring 50 x 35 cm, the piece features the iconic street artist's characteristic style, combining...
Titled "Love Rat," this work by Banksy is a screenprint on paper created in 2004. Measuring 50 x 35 cm, the piece features the iconic street artist's characteristic style, combining social commentary with a touch of humour. The artwork depicts a rat, a recurring motif in Banksy's oeuvre, holding a paintbrush and standing next to a red heart, which appears to have been freshly painted. The juxtaposition of the rat, often seen as a symbol of urban decay, with the symbol of love creates a thought-provoking contrast, inviting viewers to reflect on themes of love, rebellion, and the role of art in society.