**APC ART is pleased to present our global collector base this exceptional limited-edition print — “Treading Water” by Shepard Fairey.**

This stunning work is a **hand-pulled silkscreen on cream Speckletone paper**, hand signed and dated by the artist in the lower right margin and hand numbered from the edition of 550 in the lower left. Measuring 24″ × 18″ (61 × 46 cm), the print was published by the artist in 2024 and served as the central image for his acclaimed solo exhibition *“Swan Song”* at Galerie Itinérance, Paris. 

In *“Swan Song”*, which opened on June 20, 2024 at Galerie Itinérance and extended into the autumn, Shepard Fairey explored existential themes — environmental collapse, the erosion of democratic values, and the urgency of collective action. The show used beauty not merely as distraction but as a clarion call. His works combine vibrant visual form with serious cultural commentary. 

“Treading Water” exemplifies that voice. A figure emerges in water, eyes fixed ahead, framed by turbulent blue waves and rich floral motifs in gold and red. The image balances elegance and urgency — the floral motif references plant life, renewal, and pattern, while the subject’s immersion in water conjures survival, reflection, and transformation. It’s visually arresting and intellectually layered — the kind of work that rewards both aesthetic appreciation and deeper engagement. 

Shepard Fairey’s career is unrivaled in the street-to-gallery world. From his *Obey Giant* beginnings to his iconic *Hope* poster for Barack Obama, he has shaped a global movement and earned placement in major museum and private collections worldwide. Every new edition from Fairey is released into high demand with very limited supply. 

From an investment standpoint, this piece is outstanding. The combination of studio-direct purchase, exhibition provenance (Galerie Itinérance, Paris), and the strength of Fairey’s market make “Treading Water” a compelling addition to any serious collection. 

The work will ship from the USA in its original packaging. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany it, verifying provenance and condition. APC ART is pleased to offer archival framing options on request. 

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Provenance

Included with the work will be a copy of the official VersiArt certificate of authenticity, as issued from the artist’s studio. 

Condition

The work is in mint condition. We have stored the piece flat, to archival standard since 2024.