Shepard Fairey (OBEY) – Geometric Dove

Shepard Fairey (OBEY) – Geometric Dove Blue – Hand-signed offset lithograph from 2021

This hand-signed offset lithograph, ‘Geometric Dove – Blue’, by Shepard Fairey from 2021 combines the American street artist’s distinctive graphic style with a universal symbol of peace and harmony. The work depicts a stylised dove, whose clean lines and geometric structures merge to form an expressive composition. The harmonious colour scheme, featuring various shades of blue, lends the motif a sense of tranquillity whilst also giving it a strong visual presence.

The dove of peace takes centre stage in the design and is accompanied by a complex interplay of geometric shapes. In doing so, Shepard Fairey combines his characteristic bold aesthetic with a deliberately positive message. The precise arrangement of lines, shapes and colours creates a composition that is both decorative and symbolic.

In the ‘Geometric Dove’ series, Fairey explores the relationship between iconic imagery, colour theory and geometric design. The artist describes these works as deliberately more positive and decorative than many of his other pieces. The combination of the dove of peace and harmonious geometry is intended to encourage a striving for social and interpersonal harmony.

The print was produced in 2021 as an offset lithograph on heavy, cream-coloured Speckletone paper. The distinctive paper, with its slightly speckled surface, emphasises the high-quality graphic execution and provides a striking contrast to the motif’s vivid colours. The work is part of an open, unnumbered edition.

Of particular note is Shepard Fairey’s hand-drawn pencil signature. The print was signed by the artist in person and dated 2021. Unlike purely printed signatures, this is, according to the available information, a personal signature by the artist.

With its square format of 61 × 61 cm, ‘Geometric Dove – Blue’ has an impressive presence. The clear geometric design and harmonious colour palette make the print an attractive art object for modern living spaces, offices and private art collections.

The Shepard Fairey offset lithograph from 2021 on offer is in excellent condition and, according to the available information, has never been framed. With its hand-signed signature, the characteristic OBEY design and the positive symbolism of the dove of peace, the work is an interesting addition for collectors of contemporary prints and street art.

Product details

• Artist: Shepard Fairey (OBEY), born 1970
• Title: Geometric Dove – Blue
• German title: Geometrische Taube – Blaue Version
• Object type: Original artist’s print / offset lithograph
• Year of creation: 2021
• Technique: Offset lithography / offset printing
• Material: Heavy, cream-coloured Speckletone paper
• Edition: Open edition
• Numbering: Not numbered
• Signature: Signed by the artist in pencil
• Date: Dated 2021 by the artist
• Dimensions (H × W × D): Approx. 61 × 61 cm
• Format: Square
• Colour scheme: Various shades of blue with geometric colour fields
• Motif: Stylised dove of peace in a geometric composition
• Style: Street art / Contemporary graphic art / Pop art
• Country of origin: USA
• Publisher: OBEY GIANT
• Framing: Unframed
• Condition: A – excellent; according to the information provided, never framed
• Contents: One hand-signed and dated offset lithograph
• Special features: Original pencil signature, open edition from 2021 and distinctive OBEY motif
• Collectors’ interests: Shepard Fairey, OBEY, street art and contemporary printmaking

About Shepard Fairey and OBEY

Shepard Fairey (born 1970) is an American artist, graphic designer and one of the best-known figures in the international street art movement. He rose to prominence in the early 1990s with his ‘Andre the Giant Has a Posse’ campaign, which later gave rise to the globally recognised OBEY GIANT logo. His works combine elements of street art, political poster art, Pop Art and graphic design.

Fairey’s art is characterised by clear contours, geometric shapes, high-contrast colours and a striking visual language. He frequently addresses social and political themes such as peace, justice, freedom and the influence of the media. He gained international recognition in particular for his 2008 ‘HOPE’ portrait of Barack Obama.

With works such as ‘Geometric Dove’, Fairey reveals a calmer, more decorative side to his artistic practice. The combination of universal symbols of peace and precise geometric design illustrates his aim of using art as a means of visual communication. His signed prints are now an integral part of the international street art and contemporary art scenes.