Nakamoto – Original Artwork by cryptograffiti

Item description

This is a charity auction with 100% of the proceeds benefiting Dorian Nakamoto.



The work being auctioned is an original piece by artist cryptograffiti, an early bitcoin enthusiast and friend of Dorian Nakamoto. The work is signed by Mr. Nakamoto.



High resolution photos can be viewed at the following link: http://imgur.com/a/GEWXk



The artwork was featured in Bitcoin Magazine's recent article on Dorian Nakamoto, viewable here: http://bit.ly/1OLGPVx



Dorian recently gave an AMA on Reddit viewable here: http://bit.ly/1MKMfdr



Auction proceeds are to be paid in bitcoin. Listed shipping rates are estimates. Exact rates will be determined based on the location of the auction winner and paid in full by said winner.



Nakamoto, 2014

destroyed credit cards, adhesive on wood

38.6 cm × 31 cm (15.2 in × 12.2 in) including frame



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About the artist:



cryptograffiti is the first artist to exclusively accept Bitcoin. He is also the first to utilize a public-facing bitcoin address to receive donations for street art. Upon discovering his work, passersby send bitcoin in support of his often controversial messages.



cryptograffiti's work explores the benefits of cryptocurrencies vs. the status quo and the possibilities of blending the digital blockchain with physical art. Much like bitcoin itself, he is pseudonymous.



cryptograffiti's fine art mediums are frequently comprised of tangible materials from industries being disrupted by cryptocurrencies. His work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Bitcoin Magazine, the Montreal Bitcoin Embassy and can be found in the collections of numerous prominent figures within the Bitcoin community.



cryptograffiti is excited at how bitcoin will transform the art world and to play a role in leading this new direction.



www.cryptograffiti.com

twitter.com/cryptograffiti

instagram.com/cryptograffiti