New Artist: TOX
British artist TOX first gained significant attention in London’s street art and graffiti scenes in the early 2000s. Known for his repetitive tag style, Tox's work typically consists of the letters ‘TOX’ followed by the year (such as ‘TOX02,’ and ‘TOX03’). He applied this across numerous locations, most significantly, London’s Underground network on walls, and its trains. Due to his sheer ubiquity and distinctive yet simple tag Tox has become one of the most recognisable figures in street art.
Despite his popularity, Tox’s work has previously led to legal issues, and he has faced multiple charges of vandalism, culminating in a jail sentence in 2011. The charges were primarily based on extensive damage to public and private properties, which authorities claimed incurred high repair costs and inconvenienced transportation networks. His sentencing sparked debate within the graffiti and street art communities, with some arguing that his work should be seen as an expression of urban art rather than pure vandalism
Image credit: Banksy Explained
Following his arrest in 2011, prosecutors mocked Tox calling him ‘no Banksy’ for his “lack of creative artistry”. As an act of solidarity, Banksy created an artwork of a young boy blowing the Tox tag as a bubble. The work stays true to his graffiti artist roots and shows his enduring connection to the London scene
Tox’s notoriety has since gained him international art world recognition; with galleries featuring his pieces, which often remain divisive. His legacy within street art largely lies in his persistence and the minimalist, repetitive approach that highlighted the divide between street art as cultural expression versus public disruption.
Works available by TOX
Underground (Analogue)
Details:
TOX
Underground (Analogue), 2023
Screenprint in colours
52.9 × 71.4 cm
Signed, dated and numbered by the artist in pencil
Edition of 100
Sold Framed
Service Updates
Details:
TOX
Service Updates, 2024
11 colour archival ink screenprint on 300gsm Somerset Satin White
50 × 70 cm
Signed, dated and numbered by the artist in pencil
Edition of 100
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