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Favela Villa Broncos
Signed Print

Bob Dylan

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65 x 76cm, Edition of 295, Giclée print

Medium: Giclée print
Edition size: 295
Year: 2015
Size: H 65cm x W 76cm
Signed: Yes
Format: Signed Print
Last Auction: July 2022

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July 2022
Rosebery's Fine Art Auctioneers
United Kingdom
$1,200
$1,450
$1,850
December 2021
Tate Ward Auctions
United Kingdom
August 2018
Golding, Young & Mawer, The Lincoln Auction Rooms
United Kingdom
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The value of Bob Dylan's Favela Villa Broncos (signed) is estimated to be worth between £550 and £800. This Giclée print, created in 2015, has shown consistent value growth, with an average annual growth rate of 9%. This work has an auction history of three total sales since its entry to the market in August 2018. In the last 12 months, the hammer price has ranged from £1,200 in July 2022 to £1,500 in December 2021. The average return to the seller over the past five years is £1,147. The edition size of this artwork is limited to 295.

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Meaning & Analysis

This compelling artwork depicts a Brazilian favela with its characteristic densely packed, colourfully painted houses built on steep hillsides. Dylan uses a vivid palette to bring life to these informal residential neighbourhoods, which evolved from early 20th century settlements into vibrant cultural communities that birthed iconic Brazilian elements like samba. The widespread painting of facades in bright colours has become a visual symbol of favela identity, transforming these communities into recognised cultural assets.

Dylan's painterly approach, with its rich textures and dynamic composition, reflects his commitment to understanding and respecting Brazilian culture beyond romantic stereotypes. The interplay of light and shadow across the buildings, and their tonal shift from brown to pale pink, showcases his adeptness with colour and form, whilst his loose brushstrokes suggest rather than define detail and texture. Through Favela Villa Broncos, Dylan captures not merely a geographical location but a celebration of community resilience and cultural vibrancy.

  • American icon, Bob Dylan, has successfully established himself as a visual artist alongside his highly decorated musical career. Having formed a distinctive visual style, Dylan's art often mirrors the poetic and introspective nature of his music, reflecting his profound observations and reflections on the human experience. Drawing on every day experiences and objects, the artist's works are characterised by bold lines and washes of vibrant colour. Dylan's visual art has been featured in exhibitions around the world, allowing audiences to experience another facet of his creative genius and demonstrating the depth of his artistic versatility and creative expression.