FAKE 'I Hate Street Art' (2019) RARE Hand-Embellished AP Giclée Print

FAKE 'I Hate Street Art' (2019) RARE Hand-Embellished AP Giclée PrintI Hate Street Art' by Fake, 2019 Rare, Hand Embellished, Artist's Proof turquoise variant of only 2!! Based on Fake's original street art mural in Bristol, UK. 15. 75 x 11. 75 Inches 40 x 30 Centimeters Gicle print on 300gsm fine art paper. Individually hand embellished by the artist in spray paint. Artist's Proof Limited Edition of only 2 (#AP 2 2). Hand signed, stencil signed and dated by the artist bottom right. Hand numbered in pencil bottom left.

‘I Hate Street Art' by Fake, 2019
Rare, Hand-Embellished, Artist's Proof turquoise variant of only 2!!
Based on Fake's original street art mural in Bristol, UK.
15.75 x 11.75 Inches
40 x 30 Centimeters
Giclêe print on 300gsm fine art paper.
Individually hand-embellished by the artist in spray paint.
Artist's Proof Limited Edition of only 2 (#AP 2/2). 
Hand-signed, stencil-signed and dated by the artist bottom right.
Hand-numbered in pencil bottom left.
Includes Fake's original "Street Cred" credit card COA.

ABOUT THE ART

FAKE is a contemporary street artist known for his bold, satirical works that blend iconic pop culture imagery with the visual language of graffiti and urban art. Drawing influence from artists like Banksy and the broader street art movement, FAKE recontextualizes familiar characters and symbols to challenge perceptions around consumerism, authenticity, and the commercialization of art itself. His work often walks a fine line between humor and critique, using instantly recognizable imagery to deliver sharp, ironic commentary.

This 2019 print features a reimagined Smurf character—splattered with vibrant paint and paired with the phrase “I HATE STREET ART!”—creating an intentionally contradictory and tongue-in-cheek statement. The piece plays on the tension between mainstream pop culture and underground art movements, highlighting the irony of rejecting street art while being literally covered in its aesthetic. FAKE’s use of hand-applied spray paint embellishments adds depth and individuality, transforming each print into a unique hybrid between editioned work and original piece.

Issued as an extremely limited Artist Proof variant of just 2, this version is further distinguished by its one-of-a-kind background color and hand-finished details. The rarity, combined with FAKE’s growing collector base and the instantly recognizable subject matter, positions this piece as both a standout visual statement and a highly desirable collectible within the contemporary street art market.