A striking work by street art icon D*face, "When the Word is Hate" renders his signature subversive pop aesthetic in acrylic on linen, blending the raw energy of urban art with the refined tradition of fine art painting. The piece confronts the viewer with bold imagery and visual tension, channeling themes of conflict, emotion, and societal discord through D*face's distinctive graphic language. The choice of linen as a support elevates the work beyond its street art origins, positioning it within a dialogue between contemporary culture and classical artistic convention.