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July 28, 2020, 11:30:29 PM
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My piece from CryptoRags arrived and all I can say is that the quality is 100% satisfactory.

It was well packaged, looks amazing and I’m very happy I picked up one.

Didn’t even take that long to reach the US from India and best of all he did free shipping.
Here are some pics I took and I would recommend picking up one.

Quite the pleasure to deal with. Thanks

https://imgur.com/gallery/Fxo3lwb

Stay safe peeps. Sel

Thank you for the kind words, I'm very please to know that you like it and I really appreciate the unpacking pics.

Hope you enjoy the print and the symbolism it holds for a very long time.

You've made the selling process 100% hassle-free

cheers!
copper member
Activity: 674
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My piece from CryptoRags arrived and all I can say is that the quality is 100% satisfactory.

It was well packaged, looks amazing and I’m very happy I picked up one.

Didn’t even take that long to reach the US from India and best of all he did free shipping.
Here are some pics I took and I would recommend picking up one.

Quite the pleasure to deal with. Thanks

https://imgur.com/gallery/Fxo3lwb

Stay safe peeps. Sel
newbie
Activity: 13
Merit: 8


Fun Fact -Pablo Escobar once said that he estimated about 10% of his money was lost each year in large part due to rats eating it.  10% of his gross income would be something near 2.1 billion a year.  Moral of the story, rats can't eat bitcoin  Smiley

btw- cool design OP.
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yes, unique man with an unique set of problems, consider it form of 'environment tax' lol
legendary
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The design looks elegant, I liked the idea, and the choice of colors and their reflection inspired the Japanese anime in the 1990s, like Girls und Panzer.

What I didn't understand is why is there a mouse at the bottom of the image? I thought it was an indication of corruption, but the content of the photo did not show wasted foods or such details.


Looks like rats to me...and one is eating the Fiat money. Wink



Fun Fact -Pablo Escobar once said that he estimated about 10% of his money was lost each year in large part due to rats eating it.  10% of his gross income would be something near 2.1 billion a year.  Moral of the story, rats can't eat bitcoin  Smiley

btw- cool design OP.
newbie
Activity: 13
Merit: 8
The design looks elegant, I liked the idea, and the choice of colors and their reflection inspired the Japanese anime in the 1990s, like Girls und Panzer.

What I didn't understand is why is there a mouse at the bottom of the image? I thought it was an indication of corruption, but the content of the photo did not show wasted foods or such details.

Glad you like the design, I haven't watched Girl und Panzed but I can see how you could make the connection. I summarized the idea in the OP but I'll take this opportunity to explain a bit more for anyone interested as I love talking about the layers of symbolism.

The idea originated around the recent Bitcoin halving (May 2020) and the current state of the global financial system. I drew my influences from the soviet constructivism style that was (in the 1920's) used as a 'call-to-action' for the common-man to unite and build something greater.
I'm also inspired by Lucho Poletti's interpretations of pinup poster propaganda art with a bitcoin twist and I would like to think that a lot of my upcoming work parallel's his to a small degree.

Starting from the bottom up we have the numerous piles of dirty money, dollars, euros, pounds and yuan with the rats (as @krogoth pointed out) symbolizing filth - bags upon bags, thanks to endless quantitative easing.

Next up we have the human barricade, made up of what seem to be riot police. Upon closer inspection the name plates reveal that these are some of the better-know instigators of financial terrorism and public denouncers of Bitcoin. This line symbolizes the small minority, both state and private, who are the gate keepers to, and rule makers of, the current financial system. I wont spoil it by listing out the names but it shouldn't be too hard to interpret. As an added bonus there 2 references to 'Money printer go Brrr' and one to the 0.1%

Above the riot line we have the tanks which are no particular model but a composite of different tanks throughout military history. The main tank does indeed take elements from the Challenger 2 so well spotted Smiley This line is meant to represent the monopoly on violence held by 'the state' which is the only thing that gives fiat money any assurance. If you loose the 'Fiat Army' you loose the fiat.

Moving up from there we have a fictional skyline made up of prominent banks and financial buildings from around the world. Some more recognizable than others but all equally involved in financial plunder and corruption. And above the concrete jungle we have, and this is my personal favorite, helicopter money!

Rising about this collections of filth and financial corruption we see bitcoin as the sun (similar to Mao-era posters from the 1960's). Bitcoin is a fresh new system, shining a light on the draconian ways of the old one.

Hope that helps Smiley
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Krogothmanhattan alt account
The design looks elegant, I liked the idea, and the choice of colors and their reflection inspired the Japanese anime in the 1990s, like Girls und Panzer.

What I didn't understand is why is there a mouse at the bottom of the image? I thought it was an indication of corruption, but the content of the photo did not show wasted foods or such details.


Looks like rats to me...and one is eating the Fiat money. Wink

legendary
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The design looks elegant, I liked the idea, and the choice of colors and their reflection inspired the Japanese anime in the 1990s, like Girls und Panzer.

What I didn't understand is why is there a mouse at the bottom of the image? I thought it was an indication of corruption, but the content of the photo did not show wasted foods or such details.

What kind of tanks appeared in the picture? I thought they are FV4034 Challenger 2.

I’ve purchased one and it’s en route. I will report back the time it took to ship to the US and how it looks IRL
The price is bit high but let's wait for @selassiesoildier report.
newbie
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I’ve purchased one and it’s en route. I will report back the time it took to ship to the US and how it looks IRL

maybe we'll get an unboxing video  Shocked Grin
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I’ve purchased one and it’s en route. I will report back the time it took to ship to the US and how it looks IRL
newbie
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Why are these prints so expensive?  Who is the artist etc?

The price is based on print size, number of editions and production quality. They done on heavyweight, museum-grade paper and the larger they are the more expensive they are for me to produce.
legendary
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Why are these prints so expensive?  Who is the artist etc?



damn, this is a sweet print man
ill probably wait and see how a few sales go for you on here b4 i jump on one
i personally am too paranoid to pay you upfront for one of these, and i would hate to ask you to ship first out of your own pocket during these uncertain times :/

GLWS!  again, sweet print man! Smiley

minerjones offers escrow for situations just as this.
newbie
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damn, this is a sweet print man
ill probably wait and see how a few sales go for you on here b4 i jump on one
i personally am too paranoid to pay you upfront for one of these, and i would hate to ask you to ship first out of your own pocket during these uncertain times :/

GLWS!  again, sweet print man! Smiley


Thanks for the kind words Smiley

I appreciate your concern as trust is a big factor in these kind of sales - for that very reason I'm listed on the OpenBazar marketplace which offers an escrow service until the product is delivered as well as verified moderators to handle any disputes.

If you prefer that as an option here is the direct OB link
ob://QmW7yNEk7GoepgLqqo8eZBgPYFz8wR7SgHMoN9yfQMJmHr/store/bitcoin-above-all-limited-edition-art-print

No pressure to buy, just thought this might be useful

Thanks again
legendary
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~Full-Time Minter since 2016~
damn, this is a sweet print man
ill probably wait and see how a few sales go for you on here b4 i jump on one
i personally am too paranoid to pay you upfront for one of these, and i would hate to ask you to ship first out of your own pocket during these uncertain times :/

GLWS!  again, sweet print man! Smiley
newbie
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price?

right, what's the price?
would be interested in it too Wink

and from which country is it shipped?

Thanks for the interest. Prices are as follows:

$125 USD for A2 - Edition of 50 (image size 420 x 594 mm or 16.5 x 23.4 in)

$250 USD for A1 - Edition of 35 (image size 594 x 841 mm or 23.4 x 33.1 in)

$475 USD for A0 - Edition of 15 (image size 841 x 1189 mm or 33.1 x 46.8 in)

Print ships from India via registered courier.

Payable in BTC


legendary
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price?

right, what's the price?
would be interested in it too Wink

and from which country is it shipped?
legendary
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price?
newbie
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Thank you, now people have a chance to spot some of the easter eggs Cheesy
There're a total of 30  Wink
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  Very nice!
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https://imgur.com/0c8bLNu
https://imgur.com/M1p2UFe

A limited edition artwork released to commemorate the 2020 Bitcoin Halving event.

Designed to echo the constructivism poster style of the 1920's, 'Bitcoin Above All' depicts our favorite orange coin rising high above the perpetrators of monetary oppression. This work comes to life during what is easily the most difficult time the world has seen in the last century. Financial terrorism, rising global debt and excessive quantitative easing has wreaked havoc on the 99%. And yet, even while all the familiar systems continue to erode, Bitcoin only gets stronger, rising above all who oppose it.

On top of the obvious message the design features some subtle (and some not so subtle) Easter eggs as a bonus for the keen observer.


Medium: Giclee print on Hahnemulhe PhotoRag 308gsm Matt FineArt Paper

Available sizes :

A0 - Edition of 15 prints (image size 841 x 1189 mm or 33.1 x 46.8 in)

A1 - Edition of 35 prints (image size 594 x 841 mm or 23.4 x 33.1 in)

A2 - Edition of 50 prints (image size 420 x 594 mm or 16.5 x 23.4 in)


This is a closed edition of a total 100 prints in the series. All prints come with a certificate of authenticity, created and verifiable on the blockchain. Prints are signed and numbered by the artist and are supplied with an additional white border to facilitate framing.

Printing is done digitally, using fully archival paper and inks to ensure maximum quality and life of the artwork. The artwork is supplied unframed and shipped in a cardboard tube for protection.

This product ships via a registered courier service, a tracking number will be provided and a signature will be required upon delivery.

Contact:

Email: [email protected]

Twitter: @CryptoRags

Instagram: cryptorags
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