Print Guide: Banksy CND Soldiers: Banksy's CND Soldiers (2009) print guide. Learn about value, edition details, and how to buy or sell this Banksy print with Andipa Editions. See price and availability below.

  • Banksy CND Soldiers Print meaning

    Banksy CND Soldiers

    Banksy’s CND Soldiers (2003) is a politically charged work created during a period of widespread public opposition to the Iraq War. Emerging in the context of growing anti-war demonstrations in the United Kingdom, the image was first seen outside the Houses of Parliament during protests associated with activist Brian Haw, who famously lived in Parliament Square for over a decade. The work reflects the ethos of the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament, echoing broader calls for peace and disarmament. Through its use of stencil-based street art, Banksy merges political activism with visual satire, reinforcing his reputation for confronting issues of war, authority, and resistance.

     

    Artist: Banksy
    Title: CND Soldiers 
    Year: 2009
    Medium: Screen print on wove paper

    Size:

    70 x 50 cm (27.6 x 19.7 inches)
    Edition:  Edition of 350, signed and dated in pencil,350 unsigned prints
    Authentication:   Accompanied by full Pest Control Certificate of Authenticity

    Publisher:

    Pictures on Walls, London

     

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  • About Banksy CND Soldiers

    In CND Soldiers, Banksy depicts two armed soldiers engaged in the act of painting a large peace symbol onto a wall. One soldier crouches as a lookout while the other carefully sprays the red CND emblem, creating a striking contrast between instruments of war and an act of peace. The soldiers’ posture suggests secrecy and urgency, as though the act of creating peace must itself be carried out covertly. This contradiction lies at the heart of the work, exposing the tension between state-sanctioned violence and grassroots protest. Originally appearing in public space during anti-war demonstrations, the image directly responded to the political climate surrounding the UK’s involvement in the Iraq War. Later released as a limited-edition print by Pictures on Walls, the work exemplifies Banksy’s use of irony, humour, and subversive imagery to critique military authority and highlight the paradoxes of modern political conflict.

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    Edition Notes: 

    CND Soldiers was published in an edition of 350, signed and numbered in pencil  and  350 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 CND Soldiers , 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 CND Soldiers, 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 CND Soldiers Banksy's first print?

    No, CND Soldiers is not Banksy's first print. While CND Soldiers is a highly sought-after screenprint, it was released much later in his career, in 2009. Banksy's first commercial print is widely considered to be Rude Copper, released earlier in 2002.

     

    Is CND Soldiers signed by Banksy?

    The print is and edition of 350 examples signed in pencil as well as 350 unsigned works.

     

    How rare is Banksy's CND Soldiers?

    Banksy's CND Soldiers is a moderately rare and highly sought-after screenprint.

     

    Can Andipa Editions source Banksy's CND Soldiers privately?

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

     

    How much is Banksy's CND Soldiers 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 CND Soldiers Print

    If you own an original CND Soldiers 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 CND Soldiers 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 CND Soldiers  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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