Nuno Viegas 🇵🇹 Street Art • Graffiti • Print Release

[mrizzle]

Love the sculpture but a bit more than I was wanting to spend. Landed a print though. They dropped them a couple of minutes earlier than stated.

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NEW UNDERDOGS
DREAM EDITIONS OUT NOW!

www.under-dogs.net/products/nuno-viegas-printscreen-writer-iii

We are excited to be launching the first of our new DREAM EDITIONS! This initiative stems from our continuous mission to collaborate with some of the most talented and relevant artists of today, so that together we can achieve their full potential and promote complete creative freedom. The Dream Editions series challenges invited artists to dig deep into their imagination to create pieces that they have always dreamt of, but never really got the chance to accomplish - until now. The first editions to be released will be by the artists Nuno Viegas, a Felipe Pantone x Vhils collaboration, and Tristan Eaton.

[Wanchope]

Got mine and think it is a strong image, but then again I am a fan and think most of his are!

[Reader]

Mar 24, 2021 17:20:34 GMT 1 @ekap said:

NEW UNDERDOGS
DREAM EDITIONS OUT NOW!

www.under-dogs.net/products/nuno-viegas-printscreen-writer-iii

We are excited to be launching the first of our new DREAM EDITIONS! This initiative stems from our continuous mission to collaborate with some of the most talented and relevant artists of today, so that together we can achieve their full potential and promote complete creative freedom. The Dream Editions series challenges invited artists to dig deep into their imagination to create pieces that they have always dreamt of, but never really got the chance to accomplish - until now. The first editions to be released will be by the artists Nuno Viegas, a Felipe Pantone x Vhils collaboration, and Tristan Eaton.

Such a strong artist

[Wanchope]

Yep got mine (print) to add to the collection and strong image again! Like you just couldn’t spend nearly £1500 on the sculpture although I think it looks awesome!

[Riotcops]

Got mine as well. Great image. Would love to see the sculpture in person.

[ecudat]

He's on my "want" list and the print is decent, but don't like it enough to take up rapidly-diminishing wall space with it. Probably would have been a safe/good investment, but I'll leave it to others who might hopefully want it for their walls!

[og]

Got 1 as well, think the details and colours stand out.

[Icesay]

Really talented with the can but not a fan of the image. Had enough of masks this year!

[mrizzle]

I like seeing his previous concepts being explored in a new way and I really feel think it’s one of his strongest pieces to date. I’m surprised it’s not sold out yet, all the main edition sculptures are though.

[Bangksy]

The print is priced pretty aggressively (par for the course for underdogs), which is likely why it's still available.

[mrizzle]

Mar 25, 2021 0:58:01 GMT 1 Bangksy said:

The print is priced pretty aggressively (par for the course for underdogs), which is likely why it's still available.

Do you think? I didn’t feel the pricing was too punchy and marginally cheaper than many GP prints will be for U.K. buyers now with the added VAT. That doesn’t take into account the additional import fees/duty etc however.

[ap81]

I like the image, but I like his upcoming release with Fanakapan for Graffitiprints more so will wait for that one.

[Alexander 88]

Arghh: I’m a big Nuno fan, but I didn’t connect with this print.
I missed the pops of colour typical of his previous releases, golds, reds, Klein/Majorelle blues...

This one felt a little washed out - almost greyscale. Perhaps that’s why it’s still available? Maybe you could share a pic when it’s framed up, often art comes to life with a bit of interior context.

I think you’re right on the price point: nothing prohibitive there, plus it received plenty of promotion across IG. I’m hoping for something a little bolder from his next release 🤙

[ecudat]

Mar 25, 2021 12:57:08 GMT 1 ap81 said:

I like the image, but I like his upcoming release with Fanakapan for Graffitiprints more so will wait for that one.

Lol, like any of us mere mortals will actually be able to land that! (Fingers crossed, but...you know)

[ecudat]

Mar 25, 2021 13:18:27 GMT 1 Alexander 88 said:

Arghh: I’m a big Nuno fan, but I didn’t connect with this print.
I missed the pops of colour typical of his previous releases, golds, reds, Klein/Majorelle blues...

This one felt a little washed out - almost greyscale. Perhaps that’s why it’s still available? Maybe you could share a pic when it’s framed up, often art comes to life with a bit of interior context.

I think you’re right on the price point: nothing prohibitive there, plus it received plenty of promotion across IG. I’m hoping for something a little bolder from his next release 🤙

Think my take was similar. I'd love a print of the mask with the playing card on it - that looks so sick!

[mrizzle]

If you’re a U.K. buyer then I’m currently speaking to Underdogs to try and ensure that they provide paperwork for customs with the appropriate tariff code so we receive 5% duty and avoid being hit with 20% and have to contest it. I believe they generally provide an electronic invoice and don’t provide paperwork so working something out with them to hopefully help us U.K. buyers.

[Wanchope]

Mar 25, 2021 19:38:05 GMT 1 mrizzle said:

If you’re a U.K. buyer then I’m currently speaking to Underdogs to try and ensure that they provide paperwork for customs with the appropriate tariff code so we receive 5% duty and avoid being hit with 20% and have to contest it. I believe they generally provide an electronic invoice and don’t provide paperwork so working something out with them to hopefully help us U.K. buyers.

thanks bro and hopefully they will do so as I’m fed up with arguing over import taxes ! Good luck

[mrizzle]

Mar 26, 2021 0:26:50 GMT 1 Wanchope said:

Mar 25, 2021 19:38:05 GMT 1 mrizzle said:

If you’re a U.K. buyer then I’m currently speaking to Underdogs to try and ensure that they provide paperwork for customs with the appropriate tariff code so we receive 5% duty and avoid being hit with 20% and have to contest it. I believe they generally provide an electronic invoice and don’t provide paperwork so working something out with them to hopefully help us U.K. buyers.

thanks bro and hopefully they will do so as I’m fed up with arguing over import taxes ! Good luck

I should be able to confirm that they’ve done everything that they can do from their end. Recent issues with FedEx (and the fact that that’s who is shipping it) has forced me to do whatever I can to try and prevent us all having to contest incorrect duty being applied. Just thought it best to try and do what I can to try and prevent it if at all possible. As I say, will let you all know. To be fair, they’ve been really helpful and receptive to doing what they can after flagging it to them.

[Wanchope]

That’s great to hear and again thanks for taking the reigns on this for the rest of us! 🙏

[mrizzle]

Finalised the invoices with Underdogs today and I copy part of their correspondence below. Hopefully we (U.K. buyers) will manage to avoid the customs capers this time around and face only the correct duty. Have to say, they’ve been super helpful, a pleasure to correspond with and really keen to do whatever they can from their end. Now to see what happens when it arrives...

“We are happy to help you and other UK customers with this issue. Your edition will be shipped today (you probably got the notification already) and we kindly ask you to inform us if everything went smoothly with customs.

Have a lovely day.”

[og]

Mar 29, 2021 17:36:05 GMT 1 mrizzle said:

Finalised the invoices with Underdogs today and I copy part of their correspondence below. Hopefully we (U.K. buyers) managed to avoid the customs capers this time around. Have to say, they’ve been super helpful, a pleasure to correspond with and really keen to do whatever they can from their end. Now to see what happens when it arrives...

“We are happy to help you and other UK customers with this issue. Your edition will be shipped today (you probably got the notification already) and we kindly ask you to inform us if everything went smoothly with customs.

Have a lovely day.”

Yep +1 on this, really good service

[Icesay]

-1 on the image. Talented but what does it say? Anonymous person with a spraycan...terrorist, vandal...I don't get it. Something about identity, invisible man? I dunno, you know when you want to like something but can't.

[mrizzle]

Mar 31, 2021 19:33:03 GMT 1 Icesay said:

-1 on the image. Talented but what does it say? Anonymous person with a spraycan...terrorist, vandal...I don't get it. Something about identity, invisible man? I dunno, you know when you want to like something but can't.

It’s all subjective isn’t it? As I’ve said before, I love the image. For me, not trying to dig too deeply into it (and possibly viewing it quite(/too?) literally), I think it’s quite simply a graffiti artist - as suggested by the name ‘The Writer’. The shirt mask (and missing face so synonymous with his style and past work) alluding to the anonymity/concealment used by so many street artists. I do often view the shirt mask as being some way symbolic of revolutionary change. I’ve never interpreted them in a negative way but possibly, on this occasion, the wearer might be creating political messages?

I also now wonder if there’s some element of self-portraiture in the image. This is primarily based on a response he provided to a comment I made about the Reebok classics worn by the subject of the image. He replied, “...most comfy sneaker for my feet”. Perhaps overthinking it and he just likes the shoes but it did make me wonder.

[mrizzle]

Cautionary word for anyone in the U.K. expecting this print from Underdogs, you’re highly likely to revive a text asking for £80.14 in customs duty and fees. Ignore it. They’ll deliver without you paying it and you should receive an amended (and correct) paper invoice in the coming days. Don’t pay this initial fee as it’s genetically generated based on the 20% import duty. It’s not correct though.

[Viennese]

Nice one

[mrizzle]

Landed today and, honestly, I think it’s fantastic. Can’t wait to get it framed and on the wall...though that might take a bit of time based on the queue. 😬 

Here are some photos to try and give a bit more of a sense of what it looks like in person. I’m really pleased with it. 

[Wanchope]

Apr 1, 2021 17:38:33 GMT 1 mrizzle said:

Cautionary word for anyone in the U.K. expecting this print from Underdogs, you’re highly likely to revive a text asking for £80.14 in customs duty and fees. Ignore it. They’ll deliver without you paying it and you should receive an amended (and correct) paper invoice in the coming days. Don’t pay this initial fee as it’s genetically generated based on the 20% import duty. It’s not correct though.

nice one mrizzle, haven’t received mine yet but looking forward to it! Do you know what the charge should be ( a quarter of this amount I’m guessing)?

[mrizzle]

Apr 1, 2021 21:34:43 GMT 1 Wanchope said:

Apr 1, 2021 17:38:33 GMT 1 mrizzle said:

Cautionary word for anyone in the U.K. expecting this print from Underdogs, you’re highly likely to revive a text asking for £80.14 in customs duty and fees. Ignore it. They’ll deliver without you paying it and you should receive an amended (and correct) paper invoice in the coming days. Don’t pay this initial fee as it’s genetically generated based on the 20% import duty. It’s not correct though.

nice one mrizzle, haven’t received mine yet but looking forward to it! Do you know what the charge should be ( a quarter of this amount I’m guessing)?

I’m not entirely certain because I cannot recall exactly what their handling fee is but around about £30 I should think.

[Wanchope]

Apr 1, 2021 22:17:19 GMT 1 mrizzle said:

Apr 1, 2021 21:34:43 GMT 1 Wanchope said:

nice one mrizzle, haven’t received mine yet but looking forward to it! Do you know what the charge should be ( a quarter of this amount I’m guessing)?

I’m not entirely certain because I cannot recall exactly what their handling fee is but around about £30 I should think.

ok cool and thanks