Street Art

Formerly viewed as simple graffiti on walls, street art has emerged as a major art movement for social, economic, and environmental advancement. Street art is now widely accepted as an important art medium rather than an act of vandalism or rebellion. Its colorful designs and vibrant colors make this art form appealing to a wide range of audiences. In recent years, urban landscapes have been enriched with street art, opening a whole new world of discussion and inspiration. Street art and urban art paintings, previously undervalued, now adorn museum and gallery walls and attract collectors worldwide. Whether you are a fan of the genre or just curious about it, explore Bidsquare's fabulous collection of street art paintings for sale created by a global selection of acclaimed artists. 

As street art developed in New York City following the popularity of graffiti in the 1970s, it evolved from stylized text to murals with a wide range of political and social commentary. This genre of art became increasingly popular with the rise of artists such as Keith Haring and Jean-Michel Basquiat during the 1980s. The work of these artists dissolved the lines between street art and mainstream art, allowing street art to be exhibited in art museums and galleries. The development of street art led to a wide range of artistic methods and styles, ranging from abstract art to realistic portraiture. Muralism impacted entire communities with its massive works of art, while stencils and stickers enabled the creation of images that could be replicated quickly. Aside from acrylics, spray paint, and even installations, street artists were also experimenting with other media, challenging the definition of art form.

Many influential artists contributed to the creation of this movement, including Haring's vivid murals, Fairey's posters of Andre the Giant, Basquiat's text-based artwork, and Banksy's conceptual stencil works. Artists such as Swoon bring surfaces to life with complex paper cutouts. In light of their outsider status, street artists can express themselves directly, idealistically, or ironically free from commercial and institutional limitations.

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A leading auction platform, Bidsquare offers the finest street art and graffiti for sale online. Additionally, we continuously feature emerging talent around the world and present them to you. Among the contemporary paintings available on Bidsquare are examples of work from both established and emerging street artists. Discover the contemporary art of famous artists like M Chat, as well as Jef Aerosol's arresting portraits, L'atlas' minimalist pieces, Okuda's colorful geometrics, and Jef Aerosol's striking portraits.

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