{"product_id":"martin-whatson-beyond-the-wall-2021-rare-35-colour-screen-print","title":"MARTIN WHATSON 'Beyond the Wall' (2021) RARE 35-Colour Screen Print","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'\u003cstrong\u003eBeyond the Wall'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by Martin Whatson, 2021\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRare \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePrinters Proof\u003c\/span\u003e opportunity on a long sold out, iconic print from one of the world's most popular artists.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e28 by 39.4 Inches\u003cbr\u003e71 x 100 Centimeters\u003cbr\u003e35-colour screen print on 300gsm Somerset Satin fine art paper with deckled edges.\u003cbr\u003eLimited Edition of 250 (#PP\/250)\u003cbr\u003eHand-signed and dated by the artist in white ink bottom right.\u003cbr\u003eHand-numbered with Graffiti Prints' blindstamp seal bottom left.\u003cbr\u003eAlso includes original Graffiti Prints COA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABOUT THE ART\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"703\"\u003eIn \u003cstrong\u003e'Beyond the Wall'\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eMartin Whatson\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers one of his most recognizable visual narratives—contrasting muted reality with an explosion of color and possibility. A solitary child pulls back a draped, concrete-like surface to reveal a vivid, graffiti-saturated world beneath, transforming the act into both a literal and symbolic unveiling. The grayscale figure, rendered in Whatson’s signature stencil style, stands at the threshold between two worlds: one restrained and monochromatic, the other alive with energy, expression, and boundless creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"705\" data-end=\"1137\"\u003eThe work speaks to themes central to Whatson’s practice—curiosity, rebellion, and the power of perspective. By positioning a child as the agent of discovery, the artist reinforces the idea that imagination and openness are the keys to breaking through societal constraints. The graffiti beyond the wall is not chaos, but freedom—an unfiltered expression of identity and culture that exists just beneath the surface of everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e'Beyond the Wall'\u003c\/em\u003e encapsulates Whatson’s ongoing exploration of urban environments as spaces of hidden beauty and transformation. It invites the viewer to question what lies beyond the visible, encouraging a shift in perception: that within even the most rigid structures, there is always the potential for color, creativity, and change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs a sold-out 2021 release\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003e'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"195\"\u003eBeyond the Wall'\u003c\/em\u003e represents a key period in \u003cstrong\u003eMartin Whatson’s\u003c\/strong\u003e market trajectory, where demand for his editions sharply accelerated alongside his global exhibition presence. Works from this era—particularly those featuring his iconic “reveal” motif—have become increasingly difficult to source on the secondary market, with collectors actively seeking out standout compositions like this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003eThe combination of a highly recognizable image, limited availability, and Whatson’s continued rise as one of the leading figures in contemporary urban art positions this piece as both a visually striking acquisition and a compelling long-term hold.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Signari Gallery ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42603750228062,"sku":"152275","price":4650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0027\/5408\/4976\/files\/MartinWhatson-BeyondTheWall_EO_-1.jpg?v=1774947572","url":"https:\/\/signarigallery.com\/en-au\/products\/martin-whatson-beyond-the-wall-2021-rare-35-colour-screen-print","provider":"Signari Gallery ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}