Resist to Exist

Guy Fawkes was a historical figure best known for his involvement in the Gunpowder Plot of 1605 in England. He was born in York, England in 1570, and became a member of a group of English Catholics dissatisfied with the Protestant rule of King James I.

The Gunpowder Plot was a conspiracy by Catholic rebels, including Guy Fawkes, to assassinate King James I and blow up the British Parliament building, the House of Lords. Their goal was to restore Catholic rule in Protestant England. To do this, they stockpiled barrels of gunpowder in the cellar beneath Parliament.

However, their plot was foiled on the night of November 4, 1605 when Guy Fawkes was found guarding the explosives. He was arrested and tortured to reveal his co-conspirators. Fawkes and others involved were ultimately executed for treason.

Guy Fawkes' arrest and the failure of the plot have been commemorated in England ever since. November 5th is celebrated as Bonfire Night or Guy Fawkes Night with fireworks and burning effigies of Guy Fawkes, symbolizing the preservation of the monarchy and the foiling of the conspiracy.

In modern times, Guy Fawkes has become a symbol of resistance and rebellion, partly due to his portrayal in the graphic novel and film 'V for Vendetta.' The Guy Fawkes mask serves as a symbol against oppressive governments and authority.

This mask has been embraced by groups like Anonymous for online activism, used by activists globally to protest injustice and show solidarity, symbolizes privacy protection online, and enjoys popularity in art and pop culture, reflecting themes of resistance and empowerment.

This print is a symbol of defiance against oppressive regimes, a call for collective action, and a shield for protecting personal identity.

• Printed on premium 250gsm paper.
Paper size: A4
Larger sizes are available upon request.

• Domestic orders are handled by ACS Courier. For international orders, we use Cyprus Postal Services with track and trace. Each print is securely wrapped and shipped in a sturdy paper tube.

• Note: Frame not included

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