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Cassandra (2008) - Signed Print by Bob Dylan 2008 - MyArtBroker

Cassandra (2008)
Signed Print

Bob Dylan

£400-£600Value Indicator

$850-$1,300 Value Indicator

$700-$1,100 Value Indicator

¥3,700-¥5,500 Value Indicator

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$3,950-$6,000 Value Indicator

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54 x 41cm, Edition of 295, Giclée print

Medium: Giclée print

Edition size: 295

Year: 2008

Size: H 54cm x W 41cm

Signed: Yes

Format: Signed Print

Last Auction: October 2024

Value Trend:

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October 2024
Duke's Auctioneers
United Kingdom
£425
£500
£625
October 2022
Whyte's
Ireland
December 2020
Whyte's
Ireland
March 2017
Mellors & Kirk
United Kingdom
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The value of Bob Dylan's Cassandra (2008) is estimated to be worth between £400 to £600. This signed Giclée print, created in 2008, has an auction history of four total sales since its entry to the market in March 2017. Over the past 12 months, the average selling price was £500. In the last five years, the hammer price has ranged from £500 in October 2024 to £1,809 in October 2022. The average annual growth rate of this artwork is -12%. The edition size of this artwork is limited to 295.

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Meaning & Analysis

Cassandra employs Dylan's characteristic direct and rough brushstrokes to create a fragile yet compelling composition that prioritises emotional impact over technical perfection. Dylan’s technique of using loose lines and bold contours to focus on impressions rather than precise representation, embodies the poetic and intimate qualities that also characterise his musical work. The provocative subject matter reflects Dylan's willingness to document the full spectrum of human experience encountered during his extensive travels, approaching intimate moments with the same observational honesty as he applied to architectural or landscape scenes.

This 2008 release occurred during a watershed year when Dylan received the Pulitzer Prize Special Citation in April, becoming the first rock and roll artist to receive this honour for his “lyrical compositions of extraordinary poetic power”. This institutional recognition of Dylan's literary significance provided crucial context for the serious reception of his visual art. The work demonstrates Dylan's ability to capture the essence of human vulnerability and connection, transforming chance encounters from his touring years into universal statements about intimacy and human nature that resonate with viewers seeking authentic artistic expression.

  • 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.

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