Sold for £1,750
Estimated at £600 - £800
inc.premium
Condition Report
In Very Good Condition
No knocks, tears, or creases to the sheet
Some irregularities to the mounted newsprint, this is from the time of production and is not damage
Areas of pink ink verso, a result of the hand-sprayed artwork and not damage
The work has been stored flat and never been framed
Dran (French 1979-), 'Learning To Fly (Colour)', 2010, unique five colour stencil on a one colour screenprint on archived newsprint, mounted on card, signed in black ink, numbered from an edition of 50 unique works in pencil, published by Pictures On Walls; sheet: 34.5 x 41.5cm
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Auction: Urban & Contemporary Art, 25th Jun, 2025
Dran’s clever street art practice reflects on societal issues related to creativity and the freedom of expression. He explores these themes through his surreal characters; many of which are children holding crayons, a choice that suggests the imaginative potential of young minds while also critiquing societal tendencies to suppress youthful creativity. Other figures in his artwork include popes, riot police, clowns, families of tourists, and pop culture icons like Pinocchio and Tintin, along with renowned artists such as van Gogh and famous artworks like the Mona Lisa. Dran has showcased his work extensively across Europe, in cities such as London, Paris, and Barcelona, and has created public art in various cities throughout the continent.