{"product_id":"they-divide-we-multiply","title":"They Divide we Multiply","description":"\u003cp\u003e*APC ART is pleased to present “They Divide We Multiply” by Shepard Fairey in collaboration with Ernesto Yerena — a visually commanding hand-pulled screenprint in colors on Lettra Ecru 100% cotton rag fine art paper, measuring 29 × 24 inches (73.7 × 61 cm), from the highly limited edition of only 100 impressions, published by Obey Giant in 2024. The work is hand signed in graphite pencil by both artists and features the iconic Obey rose blind embossment in the lower margin.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Executed with the precision and authority that defines Shepard Fairey’s most sought-after editions, this work exemplifies the power of collaborative printmaking at the highest level. The composition is constructed through bold, layered blocks of saturated color — striking reds, warm yellows, and deep teal tones — arranged in a fractured, window-like grid that both reveals and disrupts the central figure. The surface carries the unmistakable texture of a true hand-pulled silkscreen, with crisp edges, dense ink coverage, and subtle tonal variation that elevates the work far beyond digital or offset reproduction.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*The image is a seamless fusion of both artists’ visual languages. Fairey’s globally recognized iconography — rooted in propaganda aesthetics, symmetry, and graphic clarity — is powerfully integrated with Ernesto Yerena’s culturally driven visual narrative and political voice. The segmented central figure speaks directly to themes of division, identity, and resistance, while the title “They Divide We Multiply” functions as both a statement and a call to action — a message that resonates strongly within the current cultural and social landscape.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Shepard Fairey is universally regarded as one of the most important and influential contemporary artists of our time. From his seminal “Andre the Giant Has a Posse” campaign to the Obama “HOPE” poster — one of the most iconic political images ever created — Fairey has bridged fine art, activism, and mass communication on a global scale. His works are held in major museum collections including the Smithsonian, LACMA, and MoMA, and are collected by celebrities, musicians, athletes, and some of the most sophisticated contemporary art collectors worldwide. His originals and limited editions consistently sell out immediately upon release and remain in constant demand across both primary and secondary markets.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Ernesto Yerena is a highly respected and culturally significant contemporary artist whose work is deeply rooted in Chicano identity, social justice, and community empowerment. His collaborations and independent works are widely collected and celebrated, with a growing presence among serious collectors, institutions, and culturally influential figures. Yerena’s contributions to this collaboration bring depth, authenticity, and an expanded cultural narrative that strengthens the overall impact of the work.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*With an edition of only 100, published by Obey Giant and signed by both artists, this work represents a highly desirable and increasingly scarce example within Fairey’s collaborative print market. Works of this caliber — combining iconic imagery, cultural relevance, and true scarcity — are exceptionally difficult to source, particularly in strong condition.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*This work represents an exceptional investment opportunity. Shepard Fairey’s market continues to demonstrate consistent strength, with both originals and editions achieving strong results and remaining highly liquid. Iconic collaborative works such as this are particularly well positioned for long-term growth and collector demand.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*The work is in hand and ready for immediate shipment from the United States. APC ART is pleased to offer museum-quality archival framing options tailored to the work, ensuring both long-term preservation and optimal presentation.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*An iconic, visually powerful, and culturally significant collaboration — a true blue-chip contemporary print and a cornerstone acquisition for the most advanced collections.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*OFFERED EXCLUSIVELY BY APC ART* \u003cbr\u003e*MIA • ATL • NYC • LA • LONDON • PARIS • TOKYO* \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003clabel class=\"ControlGroup__Title-sc-2587cfb4-1 iJgrdA\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ControlGroup__Description-sc-2587cfb4-2 deluFC\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ePurchased direct from the LA studio of Shepard Fairey, 2024. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncluded with the work will be a COA from APC ART (with the gallery's blind stamp), guaranteeing authenticity in perpetuity. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003clabel class=\"ControlGroup__Title-sc-2587cfb4-1 iJgrdA\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/label\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ControlGroup__Description-sc-2587cfb4-2 deluFC\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe work is new. We have stored the work flat, to archival standard since receiving it direct from the studio of Shepard Fairey in 2024. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shepard Fairey, Ernesto Yerena","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48759346200730,"sku":null,"price":1000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0600\/8917\/2122\/files\/larger_1b41c8b7-e7ff-4ef1-83af-f69956f5ef28.jpg?v=1784316587","url":"https:\/\/apc-art.com\/products\/they-divide-we-multiply","provider":"APC Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}