Original street sign from that features the Andre the giant paste up by artist Shepard Fairey. Sign is a genuine Detour street sign with a thick metal gauge with scratches and dents from the environment. The Giant / Obey paste up is thick and well preserved and professionally framed.
This sign was purchased from an art auction in Toronto, Canada in 2015 for $2,500. It has been in a private collection in Seattle from 2015 to 2022.
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Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
Shepard (Sheppard) Fairey (Born 1970)
"Obey Giant / Detour" 2015
mixed media collage: stenciled paper appliqued on metal sign
(DIMENSIONS)
CONDITION: sign with wear; losses to top of "Andre the Giant" appliqued stencil
PROVENANCE: acquired at an art auction in 2015
$3,000-5,000*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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