Binary Code (red)
Signed Print

Name: Binary Code (red)
Brand: Invader
Rating: 5 (235 reviews)

Invader

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Medium: Screenprint

Edition size: 50

Year: 2007

Size: H 50cm x W 70cm

Signed: Yes

Format: Signed Print

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The value of Invader's Binary Code (red) is estimated to be worth between £3,050 and £4,550. This signed screenprint, created in 2007, has shown consistent value growth since its first sale in February 2020. The artwork has an impressive auction history, having been sold twice at auction. The average annual growth rate of this work is 17%. The edition size of this artwork is limited to 50.

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Auction Results

Auction Date	Auction House	Location	Hammer Price	Return to Seller	Buyer Paid
October 2022	Menzies Art Brands, Sydney	Australia
February 2020	Artcurial	France

Meaning & Analysis

Binary Code (red) is a signed screen print produced by the daring French street artist Invader in 2007. The print comes in an edition size of 50 and shows a red and white maze-like pattern composed red squares arranged tightly against one another. The print looks like a bar code and resonates strongly with the 8-bit visual register of arcade games. The squares seem to be ordered randomly and it is difficult to discern exactly what is being depicted in the print. When looked at closely it is apparent that some of Invader’s beloved alien characters are lurking amongst the chaotic composition of red squares.

The aliens depicted in Binary Code (red) are inspired by the popular arcade game, Space Invaders, produced by Japanese game manufacturer Taito in 1978. This game has had an undeniable impact on Invader’s artistic career and even inspired the artist’s choice of pseudonym.

The arcade game, Space Invaders, also inspired Invader’s elaborate installation project which has come to be recognised as one of the biggest street art stunts in art history. The project involves Invader travelling all over the world and installing mosaics of aliens onto city walls. Invader has visited over 30 countries and installed thousands of mosaics. The artist has even installed a mosaic in space and one below sea level in Mexico.

Anonymous street artist Invader adopted his pseudonym from the 1978 arcade game, Space Invaders, and has continually paid homage to retro, 8-bit video games throughout his career. His work has evolved from the original Space Invader motif since the early 2000s, with other icons such as Pac-Man, Pink Panther and even the Rubik’s Cube becoming staples in his imagery. Invading urban landscapes with his distinctive pixelated mosaic creations, Invader transcends the boundaries of traditional street art by combining playful nostalgia with an urban twist. His unique fusion of retro aesthetics and contemporary commentary has solidified his place in the global art scene.

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