Vhils (1987) - Ignition

IGNITION #1
Alexandre Farto aka Vhils
Edition of /90
10" video screen + NFT ETH
Duration: 30"
Signed and numbered by the artist
External dimensions: 11.4 × 7.5 × 1.1 cm
2025

Vhils stands as a titan of contemporary urban art alongside legendary figures such as Banksy, whose political stencils have transformed the medium, and Shepard Fairey (OBEY), who has bridged the gap between propaganda and pop culture. Their work carries the same cultural weight as the late Keith Haring, whose rhythmic lines helped pave the way for street art in galleries, and JR, who uses large-format photographs to transform urban spaces into social statements. Together, these artists have elevated graffiti from a marginal subculture to a prestigious movement within the international fine arts scene.