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Queen Vic Meaning & History
Queen Elizabeth II became the longest-reigning British monarch on 9 September 2015 when she surpassed the reign of her great-great-grandmother Victoria.
Queen Vic by Banksy is an early print by the artist that was released by Pictures on Walls in an edition of just 50 signed pieces and 500 unsigned works. One of the most provocative and sexualised of all Banksy works, the artwork depicts Queen Victoria sitting on the face of a woman.
The monarch, dressed in full ceremonial regalia, wears a crown and carries a sceptre whilst the lady underneath is sprawled in stockings and suspenders. Created in the typical stencil style for which the artist is known, the red background adds an eye-catching contrast to the jet black and white outlines of the two principal figures.
The inspiration for the work can be said to come from a statement attributed to the monarch that women ‘were not able to be gay’. Indeed, Queen Victoria passed anti-homosexual laws that further contributed to the marginalisation and punishment of homosexuals at the time - laws that continued until the late 1960s. Here we see Banksy’s thinly veiled attack on the establishment through a subversive use of imagery and humour creating a piece with exceptional shock value. The Queen, representing power and control, subjugates and suffocates her unfortunate victim which could represent the lower classes.
Banksy satirises and provokes the British Royal Family - often using contrasting motifs to question legitimacy and power - the most notable example being Di-Faced Tenner that uses an image of Princess Diana and Monkey Queen that references the late Queen Elizabeth II. Explore Banksy prints for sale.
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Buy or sell Queen Vic by Banksy at Andipa Editions.
Buy Queen Vic signed or unsigned print by Banksy
Andipa Editions, as part of Andipa, have been at the forefront of the Banksy secondary market for over 15 years. To enquire about buying a signed or unsigned Queen Vic Banksy print, contact our gallery via sales@andipa.com or on +44(0)20 7589 2371.
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With a global network of active buyers, Andipa Editions are the place to sell your Banksy Queen Vic print. Straight-forward and stress-free, we manage the process on your behalf and help to maximise your return. For a complimentary valuation of your Banksy Queen Vic signed or unsigned print, contact our gallery via sales@andipa.com or on +44(0)20 7589 2371 or view our Banksy prints for sale and Banksy paintings for sale.
