*APC ART is proud to present the “Minutemen Boxing Gloves (Hero & Villain, Blue Variant)” — an electrifying and historically significant mixed-media sculptural work by two of the most important voices in ultra-contemporary culture, Slawn and Opake. Executed in acrylic spray paint on a white leather 12oz boxing glove and measuring 12 × 5 × 3 inches, this work originates from the unnumbered edition of 300 hand-sprayed pairs and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity issued by APC ART.*

*This exact pair was exhibited in the landmark exhibition “Heroes, Villains & Violence” at the Museum of Graffiti during Art Basel Miami Beach 2025 — a museum-level presentation produced by APC ART that has already entered the historical narrative as one of the most talked-about and culturally urgent shows of the Basel week. The project brought together two generational talents whose practices redefine the intersection of graffiti, painting, design, fashion, and global youth culture.*

*Slawn’s rise has been nothing short of meteoric. From the streets of Lagos to the center of the London and international art world, his work has reshaped the visual language of contemporary figuration through a raw, instinctive, and psychologically charged iconography. His paintings, sculptures, and installations have been embraced by leading collectors across art, music, sport, and fashion, and his market has demonstrated extraordinary primary and secondary momentum.*

*Opake stands among the most respected and technically accomplished artists to emerge from the European graffiti movement. His influence spans decades, and his work bridges the transition from train writing to the contemporary gallery space with rare authenticity. His collaborations are extremely selective, and when they occur they carry the full weight of graffiti history translated into a contemporary fine-art context.*

*The “Minutemen” gloves represent one of the most innovative and visually arresting bodies of work within the exhibition — transforming an object associated with confrontation into a platform for identity, duality, and cultural symbolism. The “Hero & Villain” pairing speaks directly to the central thesis of the show: the fluidity between opposing forces and the construction of character in modern society.*

*In the blue variant, the composition is both immediate and deeply layered. The sprayed line retains the velocity of the street, while the form of the glove introduces a sculptural presence that collapses the boundary between painting and object. Each mark is unique — there are no repetitions — making every pair a singular work despite the broader edition structure.*

*As an exhibited example from a museum presentation during Art Basel, this work occupies the most desirable category within the market for these pieces. It is not simply part of the edition — it is part of the documented installation that defined the project.*

*The gloves remain in pristine condition and have been preserved to the highest professional standard. They are in hand in the United States and will ship immediately. APC ART is pleased to provide consultation on archival display solutions to fully realize the sculptural and architectural presence of the work.*

*A culturally defining collaboration, a museum-exhibited example, and a cornerstone object from one of the most important exhibitions of the past decade — a true acquisition-level work for the serious contemporary collection.*

*OFFERED EXCLUSIVELY BY APC ART* 
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Provenance
Included with the work will be a COA from APC ART, producer of the “Heroes, Villains and Violence” exhibition. Guaranteeing authenticity in perpetuity. 

Condition
As executed by the artist(s) at the museum of graffiti, Nov. ‘25. As exhibited at the “heroes, villains & violence” exhibition. Art Basel.