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From T-Shirts to Skateboards: The Growing Demand for Pop Art Merchandise

Pop Art merchandise: Richard Polsky joins to discuss the rise of artist-branded items, from Warhol tees to Basquiat phone cases, and their impact on art today.

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Joe co-founded MyArtBroker in 2010, bringing over 17 years of experience trading Urban & Contemporary prints, editions, and originals on the secondary market. Joe leads the specialist side of the business, with deep expertise in Urban and Contemporary Art, particularly in the Banksy market.

Joe’s unparalleled knowledge of the Banksy market, combined with his dedication to connecting private collectors and investors, has earned him a stellar reputation within the collecting community. He is passionate about breaking down the traditional barriers of the art world, removing the smoke and mirrors that often cloud the established art market, and ensuring transparency and accessibility for all.

As the company’s Head of Urban and Contemporary Art, Joe plays a crucial role in ensuring that MyArtBroker continues to provide top-tier expertise and insights to collectors in the fast-evolving print market.


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Joe Syer

From Andy Warhol t-shirts from Uniqlo to Keith Haring earrings from Pandora and Jean-Michel Basquiat phone cases from Casetify, our appetite for artist merchandise has never been stronger. Born out of Pop Art, a movement shaped by consumerism, art and artists are increasingly conflated with brands themselves. 

Here, Richard Polsky explores the market for Pop Art merchandise in the 21st century, and its role in shaping the way we appreciate and experience art today.

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