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Hurricane Katrina took more than 1800 lives and cost over 42 billion USD.
NOLA (also known as Umbrella Girl) is one of Banksy’s most desirable and iconic works, existing as a street art piece, work on canvas and in limited edition print formats. Created as a series of 14 street art works in 2008 in the Marigny district of New Orleans as a critical thrust towards the Bush administration’s response to the devastating effects of Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans, NOLA beautifully blends poignant imagery with cutting wit.
It is reported that the devastation inflicted by Hurricane Katrina took more than 1800 lives and cost over 42 billion USD. However, the reality and after effects of Hurricane Katrina paint a far bleaker picture. The loss of historic areas, the devastation of communities and a damning indictment of race and government in 21st century America.
NOLA shows a young girl (representing innocence and powerlessness) who is attempting to shield hearse,f from a storm and rainfall. However, the rain itself is not coming from the outside but is emanating from the very umbrella that she needs for her protection. Reaching out from underneath the umbrella and realising the rain is on the inside, she shows a confused and shocked expression.
NOLA was released as a limited edition series of prints in 2008 by Pictures on Walls in a series of different colourways. The artist also produced a smaller run of NOLAs with neon yellow rain and neon orange rain to sell directly to collectors. Finally, a set of extremely limited NOLA AP (Artist Proof) print runs with 6 different multi-hued rain colorways were released directly to VIP collectors.Childhood, innocence and a sense of loss can be seen in multiple Banksy works. Famously Girl with Balloon, Jack and Jill and No Ball Games all show children as vulnerable against an indifferent world. Explore other Banksy prints for sale.
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Buy or sell NOLA by Banksy at Andipa Editions.
Buy NOLA 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 NOLA Banksy print, contact our gallery via sales@andipa.com or on +44(0)20 7589 2371
Sell NOLA Print by Banksy
With a global network of active buyers, Andipa Editions are the place to sell your Banksy NOLA 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 NOLA print, contact our gallery via sales@andipa.com or on +44(0)20 7589 2371. Discover more Banksy prints for sale or original Banksy art for sale.