Grin Reaper is a striking and darkly humorous artwork by the elusive street artist Banksy, originally created as a stencil graffiti piece. The image portrays the Grim Reaper, traditionally a symbol of death, but with a satirical twist—he is depicted wearing a cheerful, mischievous yellow smiley face mask instead of a traditional skull. The reaper is shown holding a scythe and sitting on a clock, hinting at the fleeting nature of time and life. The artwork embodies Banksy’s signature blend of social critique and irony, transforming a typically grim figure into something almost absurd and cartoonish. The contrast between the ominous black-and-white tones and the bright, childlike smiley face adds to the unsettling yet playful nature of the piece. Banksy originally painted Grin Reaper as a street mural in London, but it was later released as a limited-edition screen print in 2005, with both signed and unsigned versions. The signed editions are particularly rare and highly sought after in the art market, often fetching significant prices at auction. Like much of Banksy’s work, Grin Reaper critiques contemporary society, possibly commenting on themes of mortality, consumerism, and the way society disguises harsh realities with artificial happiness. The piece remains one of Banksy’s most recognizable and collectible works.