Artcurial to Hold Iconoclasts Auction Celebrating 20 Years of Urban Art Department
Artcurial will hold the "Iconoclasts – 20 Years of the Urban Department" auction on November 18, 2026, marking the 20th anniversary of its urban art department. The sale will feature major works by influential urban artists including Banksy, Shepard Fairey, Rammellzee, Futura, Invader, JR, Vhils, Dran, Richard Hambleton, and JonOne. The auction will be preceded by an immersive exhibition designed to evoke street art conventions, with a focus on raw materials and contextualized displays. Past sales from the department include a Rubik Mona Lisa by Invader that sold for €480,200 in 2020 and €397,200 in 2025.
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The urban art market is currently in a phase of maturity and consolidation, driven by sustained international demand and growing recognition of leading artists. Museum exhibitions and foundation initiatives have reinforced the legitimacy of the movement, while historic and iconic works attract attention from both established collectors and a new generation of international buyers. This auction underscores Artcurial's role as a pioneer in shaping the urban art market.
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- Artists: Rammellzee, Banksy, Shepard Fairey, Futura, Invader, Jr, Vhils, Dran, Richard Hambleton, JonOne
- Auction Houses: Artcurial
- Locations: Paris
- Prices: €480,200, €397,200
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