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About Banksy Bomb Middle England
In Bomb Middle England, Banksy depicts three elderly women participating in a traditional game of lawn bowls, an activity often associated with suburban middle-class life. Executed in his characteristic stencil style, the figures stand calmly against a backdrop of vivid green stripes referencing the neatly maintained grass of a bowling lawn. Rather than rolling bowls, however, the women casually throw lit bombs across the surface, introducing a threatening sense of destruction into an otherwise peaceful setting. This visual contradiction forms the central tension of the work, allowing Banksy to critique social indifference and complacency toward conflict and warfare. The composition suggests that violence can become normalised when distanced from immediate experience, particularly within comfortable societies removed from the realities of war. Military imagery appears throughout Banksy’s oeuvre, often combined with irony and satire to expose the contradictions embedded within contemporary politics and everyday life.
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FAQS
Is Bomb Middle England Banksy's first print?
No, Applause is not Banksy's first print. While Applause 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 Bomb Middle England 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 Bomb Middle England?
In terms of rarity, Bomb Middle England sits in a unique position. The unsigned print is the most common and accessible version available to collectors. In contrast, the signed print is highly scarce and exclusive, representing only a tiny fraction of the total release.
Can Andipa Editions source Banksy's Bomb Middle England privately?
Yes. We regularly source this print for collectors through our private and trusted network.
How much is Banksy's Bomb Middle England 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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