Print Guide: Banksy Grannies: Banksy's Grannies (2006) print guide. Learn about value, edition details, and how to buy or sell this Banksy print with Andipa Editions. See price and availability below.

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    Banksy Grannies

    Banksy’s Grannies first appeared as a painting during the acclaimed Barely Legal exhibition in Los Angeles before later being released as a screenprint edition by Pictures on Walls in 2007. Produced in signed and unsigned editions alongside a rare hand-finished version, the work quickly became one of Banksy’s most humorous and recognisable prints. Combining domestic imagery with rebellious slogans, the composition satirises stereotypes surrounding age, identity, and counterculture. Through irony and visual contradiction, Banksy transforms an ordinary living-room scene into a playful critique of social expectations and cultural assumptions within contemporary society.

     

    Artist: Banksy
    Title: Grannies
    Year: 2006
    Medium: Screen print on wove paper

    Size:

    56 x 76 cm (19.7 x 29.9 inches)
    Edition:  Edition of 150, signed and dated in pencil, Edition of 500 unsigned prints, 11 Hand finsihed Versions
    Authentication:   Accompanied by full Pest Control Certificate of Authenticity

    Publisher:

    Pictures on Walls, London

     

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  • About Banksy Grannies

    In Grannies, Banksy depicts two elderly women seated comfortably in armchairs within a warm domestic interior, surrounded by familiar details such as cups of tea and a lampshade. At first glance, the scene appears gentle and traditional; however, the women are knitting jumpers emblazoned with the phrases “Punks Not Dead” and “Thug For Life.” This unexpected contrast forms the centre of the work’s humour and satire, challenging assumptions about age, rebellion, and cultural identity. By placing slogans associated with punk culture and urban resistance into the hands of elderly knitters, Banksy playfully collapses distinctions between mainstream respectability and countercultural expression. The work also reflects Banksy’s broader interest in music and subcultural movements, themes that appear throughout his oeuvre. Executed in his signature stencil style, Grannies combines visual simplicity with layered social commentary, revealing how rebellion and individuality can persist beneath the surface of ordinary everyday life and tradition.

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    Edition Notes: 

    Grannies was published in an edition of 150, signed and numbered in pencil  and  500 unsigned examples. Generally, proofs and standard edition examples can differ in market value depending on rarity and condition. 

     

    Signature:

    The signed prints are hand-signed by Banksy in pencil. Both the signed and unsigned prints are accompanied by a full Pest Control Certificate of Authenticity (COA). The presence, condition, and clarity of the signature and COA are key factors in authentication, provenance, and overall value assessment.

     

    Condition:

    Given the age and rarity of Grannies, condition is a critical factor in determining value. Each example we handle is carefully examined for foxing, time-staining, handling marks, edge wear, or tears, all of which can impact desirability and price.

     

    Provenance:

    Where possible, provenance is researched and documented: exhibition history, collection records, and publication references can significantly enhance confidence and value for collectors.

     

    Pricing and Value Guidance:

    Due to scarcity and private market activity, prices for Banksy's Grannies, can vary widely. As a general guide, values are influenced by: overall condition; edition size; whether it's signed; proof versus standard edition; provenance; and current market demand for Banksy prints. 

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    Is Grannies Banksy's first print?

    No, Applause is not Banksy's first print. While Grannies is a highly sought-after screenprint, it was released much later in his career, in 2006, at his iconic Barely Legal exhibition in Los Angeles. Banksy's first commercial print is widely considered to be Rude Copper, released earlier in 2002.

     

    Is Grannies signed by Banksy?

    The print is and edition of 150 examples signed in pencil as well as 500 unsigned works.

     

    How rare is Banksy's Grannies?

    Banksy's Grannies is a moderately rare and highly sought-after screenprint. It was originally released in 2006 for his iconic Barely Legal exhibition in Los Angeles.

     

    Can Andipa Editions source Banksy's Grannies privately?

    Yes. We regularly source this print for collectors through our private and trusted network.

     

    How much is Banksy's Grannies worth?

    Values vary based on condition, edition type, and provenance. Please do contact Andipa Editions for current market guidance; we'd be delighted to assist you.

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    Sell a Banksy Grannies Print

    If you own an original Grannies print by Banksy and are considering selling, Andipa Editions would be delighted to assist and present it to our collectors on your behalf. We offer confidential, no-obligation valuations based on current market conditions and can advise on the most appropriate route to market; handling authentication, marketing, and negotiation on your behalf and support this collaborative selling journey at every step.

     

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    Buy a Banksy Grannies Print with Andipa Editions

    Andipa Editions has six decades of experience advising collectors across the world on the acquisition of important prints by Banksy. If Banksy's Grannies is not currently available, we can actively source this work privately, conduct full due diligence, prepare condition reports, and manage all logistics, including framing, insured shipping, and international delivery to ensure it reaches you safely and smoothly.

     

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