-
-
Banksy Have a Nice Day Meaning & History
This work has been seen with two variations of font in its title.
Have A Nice Day shows a line of 27 riot police in a single flanking an armoured vehicle - the type commonly used to disperse riots and protests. Dressed in all black riot gear, the group, in unison, approach the unknown threat and face towards the viewer. The faces of the police, in contrast to the realism of their uniforms, weapons and the vehicle are replaced with the acid house smiley face which challenges and subverts our expectations. Intimidating or amusing? Both, perhaps? Banksy uses his wit to entice the view to mock and ridicule the establishment whilst questioning the authority that is given to such figures of power and control. With a smaller than average signed and unsigned edition sizes and typical Banksy social commentary, Have a Nice Day is a popular choice for collectors seeking a rarer and lesser known Banksy print.
Banksy uses various motifs in various guises across his seminal output, the artist returns to the Acid House smiley face in Grin Reaper and Flying Copper that have gone on to be considered some of the best examples of the artist’s disdain for authority. Explore other Banksy prints for sale.
-
-
Buy or sell Have a Nice Day by Banksy at Andipa Editions
Buy Have a Nice Day 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 Have a Nice Day signed or unsigned print, contact us via sales@andipa.com or on +44 (0) 20 7589 2371.
Sell Have a Nice Day Print by Banksy
With a global network of active buyers, Andipa Editions are the place to sell your Banksy Have a Nice Day signed or unsigned 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 Have a Nice Day signed or unsigned print, contact us via sales@andipa.com or on +44 (0) 20 7589 2371.