*APC ART is pleased to present an important and socially driven edition by iconic contemporary artist **Shepard Fairey (OBEY)** — **“Rebuild / Rethink.”***

Executed as a **letterpress print in colors on cream Speckletone paper**, this work measures **17” x 10.5”** and was **hand signed, dated, and numbered by the artist in graphite pencil**, with the **“Andre Has a Posse” / OBEY blind stamp** applied at the lower left. The edition was **published by the artist in 2025** in direct support of **Malibu fire aid efforts**, underscoring Fairey’s long-standing commitment to activism, community engagement, and art as a catalyst for change. The edition size is **1,670**, intentionally expansive to maximize impact while retaining strong collectibility.

Shepard Fairey is universally recognized as one of the most influential figures in contemporary art and street culture. Rising from the seminal **Andre the Giant Has a Posse** campaign, Fairey helped define an entire generation of visual language rooted in propaganda aesthetics, punk ethics, and political resistance. His work is held in major museum collections worldwide, including MoMA, The Smithsonian, LACMA, and Tate Modern, and is collected by institutions, cultural leaders, and serious contemporary collectors alike.

*“Rebuild / Rethink”* is a powerful visual distillation of Fairey’s core philosophy. The soaring bird symbolizes renewal and forward momentum, while the flame cradled in an open hand speaks to destruction transformed into purpose and action. The circular geometry, mandala-like patterning, and restrained yet striking color palette reflect Fairey’s mastery of balance between graphic immediacy and deeper symbolic meaning. The message is direct but layered — not only to rebuild what was lost, but to fundamentally rethink systems, priorities, and collective responsibility.

This work carries strong lineage within the **OBEY / Andre Has a Posse era**, utilizing Fairey’s signature motifs: bold iconography, political messaging, and impeccable print craftsmanship. The use of letterpress adds tactile depth and reinforces the artist’s dedication to traditional printmaking techniques, elevating the piece beyond a standard poster into the realm of fine art edition.

From an acquisition standpoint, Fairey benefit editions tied to real-world events and humanitarian causes have historically proven to be **highly desirable**, both for their cultural relevance and their place within the broader OBEY narrative. Works bearing the **Andre Has a Posse blind stamp** remain especially sought after, serving as a direct link to the artist’s origins and enduring legacy.

A compelling opportunity to acquire a **meaningful, activist-driven work** by one of the defining artists of contemporary street and graphic art.

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Provenance
Purchased directly from the artist’s studio upon release. Included with the work will
Be the VersiArt COA as issued by the artist.   

Condition
The work is new.