Hot Lips (Pink City)
Print on heavy-gauge deckled edge paper • Attributed to the studio of Dotmasters (Leon Seesix)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Urban / Street Art
Medium & Technique
Screenprint with hand-finished spray paint elements and stencil techniques
Creation Period
Early 21st Century (Circa 2005-2015)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 70 x 50 cm; Portrait orientation following a standard poster/print format
Subject Description
The composition features a large, stylized mouth (lips and teeth) containing a double-exposure style silhouette of the London skyline, including landmarks like St. Paul's Cathedral and Big Ben. It employs a high-contrast 'trash-pop' aesthetic with fluorescent pink highlights.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; the paper appears flat with crisp deckled edges, though minor overspray is part of the artistic process
Estimated Market Value
$400 - $800 USD
Auction Estimate
$300 - $600 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired from a primary urban art gallery or direct studio release; lacks visible numbering or signature on the face which may indicate an AP (Artist Proof) or a test proof.
Art Historical Significance
A representative example of the post-Banksy stencil movement in the UK, blending pop-culture iconography with urban landscapes to create accessible, subversive graphic art.
Notable Features
Hand-finished pink spray-paint overspray around the margins; distinctive deckled (torn) edge paper adding a high-end tactile quality to the street-art aesthetic.
Condition Issues
Minor paper curling at bottom edge and light ink scuffing consistent with handling of matte screenprint inks; no visible foxing or water damage.
Conservation Recommendations
Professional mounting using acid-free materials; UV-protective glazing to prevent the fluorescent pink pigments from fading under light exposure.