[jkesquire]

Definitely interested if it is signed. Photos please!

[High Contrast]

😂😂 it’s clearly not signed you bunch of piranhas

AP/DN

[kai22]

Sounds like a scammer.

[JW]

Or more likely an AP / DN (duplicate number) unsigned.

[Greenback]

Don't recall ever having seen an unsigned Banksy AP before.....

[Happy Shopper]

More a back door print than an AP, if not signed… odd it has a Pest Control COA!?

[JW]

This one was unsigned. I'm certain this topic comes up every now and then.

Bonhams

Banksy (British, born 1975)

Happy Choppers

Screenprint in colours, 2003, on wove, inscribed 'AP/DN' and numbered 673/750 in pencil, published by Pictures on Walls, London, the full sheet, 700 x 500mm (27 1 /2 x 19 5/8in)(SH)

Footnotes

This work is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity issued by Pest Control Office.



I've got zero to do with this sale by the way. I'm just amazed at the sheer volume of mis/disinformation spread here.

[LJCal]

Loads of DN. POW were all over the place so ended up sending out the same numbers twice, then when it came to authenticate one would end up being an AP and labelled AP/DN meaning duplicate numbers. As far as I’m aware there are signed and unsigned of these but far more unsigned obviously.

[flingading]

I had an unsigned AP/DN so not sure why people are jumping down the OP’s throat calling him a scammer.

[3D Monkey]

Agreed, As of course you can get a COA for an AP.
GLWTS mate

[Pint of cockles]

I got a dn hmv and from previous experience they are a nightmare to shift

I wish pest control just made them ap and cut the mistakes they made

They tried helping with the new coa saying it’s special but it’s not fooling most buyers

[I Like You Your Weird]

It’s unsigned, sorry for delay


Not the best at using

[Deleted]

Bit of a dog's dinner that one

[Inknart]

Feb 10, 2023 1:26:29 GMT 1 @babooski said:

Bit of a dog's dinner that one

Looks fine, and easily restorable. You'd be shocked at the condition of most Banksy Prints. These are like 20 years old and sold for 150. This print looks in fine condition and i think it's a great price. 

The framing on the other hand, is unforgiveable. Pink, Gold, and Black. Woof. 

[themenya6]

Looking for unsigned Flying Copper or Happy Chopper in perfect condition with COA. Framed or unframed. 


Location UK

Can do a deal quickly for the right price.

[cb]

FOR SALE

Happy Choppers (unsigned) edition in the 400’s
COA from Pest Control (signed 2008)
The print is in near perfect condition.
Currently framed behind Museum-grade glass, by Pendragon Framers of Hackney in 2008

I have owned this print since Summer 2004.
It has only ever been hung in my dimly lit hallway, never in direct sunlight.

It's currently stored in North London.
It is for collection only.

c£18,000

If you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask.

[Dutch Art Collector]

Mmmmmmmmmm

[Django]

Dec 18, 2023 13:32:38 GMT 1 cb said:

FOR SALE

Happy Choppers (unsigned) edition in the 400’s
COA from Pest Control (signed 2008)
The print is in near perfect condition.
Currently framed behind Museum-grade glass, by Pendragon Framers of Hackney in 2008

I have owned this print since Summer 2004.
It has only ever been hung in my dimly lit hallway, never in direct sunlight.

It's currently stored in North London.
It is for collection only.

c£18,000

If you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask.

[High Contrast]

I've never seen that sig on a COA before

[Django]

Sorry to come across a bit naive, but i have never seen a C.O.A like this before , with the lines , circling, and the signature or seem off, normally the signature is a bit thicker as if been done by a sharpie .

[kjg]

Dec 18, 2023 16:44:38 GMT 1 Django said:

Sorry to come across a bit naive, but i have never seen a C.O.A like this before , with the lines , circling, and the signature or seem off, normally the signature is a bit thicker as if been done by a sharpie .

I think the lines and circles are not on the COA, but in the photo to ensure that the COA cannot be copied.

[Dutch Art Collector]

Hopefully you didn’t pay a lot for this one because this is not legit.

[mandem]

Dec 18, 2023 16:48:25 GMT 1 Dutch Art Collector said:

Hopefully you didn’t pay a lot for this one because this is not legit.

OP states this was bought in 2004, so cost would have been £74.99.

Whilst it's clearly the same name signing this COA, the signature looks a little different compared to the one on mine.

[Wanchope]

A simple email to pest control and a 6 month wait should settle this matter 🤣🤣🤣
I agree it’s different to the ones I’ve had, but who know what went on there and back nearly 16 years ago it could well be a plausible signature/COA. Not sure about where the hinges are placed on the backing board??

Nice piece and a decent price

[Londown 01]

Funny when you have a CoA to authenticate a piece, and then you have to debate the authenticity of the CoA

[Happy Shopper]

Dec 18, 2023 17:15:43 GMT 1 Londown 01 said:

Funny when you have a CoA to authenticate a piece, and then you have to debate the authenticity of the CoA

That's the issue with COAs. They're usually easier to fake than the print they represent (or at least, easy enough to dupe someone with).

The number on the print and the number on the ripped Tenner should, in theory, be quick for a buyer to check with POW though.

[Jimmy Oscar]

This is a 2003 print and not a 2004 print.

I have one - and this is clear on the COA.  

And all my COAs have H: & W: (H: 70cm x W: 50cm) in the size section, but not sure how consistent it is across all COAs.

To the seller - I would contact PC and get them to certify this was a mistake on the COA. Hopefully all is good and you have an authentic print but I would double check.

[Richy Rich]

Dec 18, 2023 17:49:09 GMT 1 Jimmy Oscar said:

This is a 2003 print and not a 2004 print.

I have one - and this is clear on the COA.  

And all my COAs have H: & W: (H: 70cm x W: 50cm) in the size section, but not sure how consistent it is across all COAs.

To the seller - I would contact PC and get them to certify this was a mistake on the COA. Hopefully all is good and you have an authentic print but I would double check.

Does your COA read 'Happy Chopper' or 'Happy Choppers'? I swear one I used to have read 'Happy Chopper' but maybe it's another inconsistency of Pest Control.

[Minecrafter]

Dec 18, 2023 17:49:09 GMT 1 Jimmy Oscar said:

This is a 2003 print and not a 2004 print.

I have one - and this is clear on the COA.  

And all my COAs have H: & W: (H: 70cm x W: 50cm) in the size section, but not sure how consistent it is across all COAs.

To the seller - I would contact PC and get them to certify this was a mistake on the COA. Hopefully all is good and you have an authentic print but I would double check.

Many of the old school members on here will have you think that falsely dated artworks and COAs by Banksy are completely fine .

[LJCal]

All I can say is that I’ve seen and handled several hundred COAs and all of the old style have been signed in marker, I’ve never seen a single example in ball point. I’m not saying it’s impossible but highly unusual, and I wouldn’t buy this without separate confirmation from Pest Control.