A striking signed limited edition by internationally renowned Chinese contemporary artist and activist Ai Weiwei, Guardian was released as part of a timed edition and is now fully sold out and no longer available through primary market channels. This work exemplifies Ai’s bold visual language and commitment to themes of surveillance, freedom, and human rights.
Editioned at 1601 worldwide, each print was hand-signed by the artist, with this example numbered 942/1601. The timed release format makes this an especially sought-after collector’s piece, underscoring its rarity and cultural significance.
This particular example is unframed and remains in its original packaging, offering collectors the opportunity to present and preserve it to their own specification.
A standout work by one of the most influential voices in global contemporary art, Guardian holds strong appeal for both collectors and those invested in the intersection of art and activism.
| Medium: | Silkscreen |
| Format: | Paper |
| Size (Unframed): | 60.00 x 60.00 cm |
| Size (Framed): | 68.00 x 68.00 cm |
| Signed: | Yes |
| Limited Edition: | Edition 949 of 1601 |
Ai Weiwei is one of the most influential contemporary artists and activists of our time. Born in Beijing in 1957, he is the son of poet Ai Qing and was shaped by the hardships of China’s Cultural Revolution. After studying in Beijing and later in the U.S., Ai developed a multidisciplinary practice influenced by conceptual art and political dissent.
His work spans sculpture, installation, photography, film, and architecture, often addressing themes of human rights, freedom of expression, and state power. Notable projects include the Sunflower Seeds installation at Tate Modern and his co-design of the Beijing National Stadium. Ai continues to use art and media as powerful tools for social and political critique on a global scale.
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