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The Elephants in the Room: Another New Banksy Mural Appears in London

August 6, 2024

It’s a new day, and once again, Banksy has gifted London with another thought-provoking stencil work! Yesterday’s featured a possible Mountain Gazelle, and today, we are treated to the sight of two majestic elephants. Both street pieces are created in black silhouettes and contain animals. The new piece features two striking stencilled elephants positioned in […]

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Banksy Strikes Again: New Mural of Palestine’s National Animal, the Mountain Gazelle, Unveiled at Kew Bridge in London

August 5, 2024

In typical Banksy fashion, the anonymous street artist has once again unveiled a new piece at Kew Bridge in London. Confirming the piece on Instagram, Banksy’s latest mural features a compelling image of a Mountain Gazelle precariously perched on the edge, with the ground giving way beneath its hooves. Adding to the tension is the […]

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Banksy’s Art Imitates Life: A Crowdsurfing Inflatable Migrant Boat at Glastonbury

June 30, 2024

When Banksy’s provocative art meets the world-renowned Glastonbury Festival, the result is a potent fusion of creativity, activism, and social commentary. The crowd surfing inflatable depicts a packed migrant boat, a powerful commentary on the current refugee crisis. Amidst the pulsating energy of the crowd, Banksy’s enigmatic intervention unfolded. A dinghy, crowded with powerful symbolism, […]

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Glastonbury Festival 2024 Unveils Banksy’s Terminal 1: A Diverse Celebration of Art, Music and Migration

June 28, 2024

Glastonbury Festival at Worthy Farm in Somerset has always been at the forefront of celebrating diversity and inclusion, and June 2024 is no exception! In an unprecedented move, the festival has introduced a new area called Terminal 1, described as a repurposed airport celebrating migration and a place where “No human is illegal”, replacing the […]

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Banksy’s “The Leopard and Lamb” is up for Auction at Phillips Auction House in Hong Kong

May 24, 2024

On May 31, 2024, Phillips Auction will showcase 26 lots in its Modern & Contemporary Art Evening Sale in Hong Kong, featuring the highly anticipated “The Leopard and Lamb” by the elusive artist Banksy. This piece was part of a distinguished private Asian collection and is expected to fetch between HK$18,000,000 and HK$28,000,000 (€2,130,000-3,310,000 / […]

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Where Can you Buy a Banksy? A Collector’s Guide to Authenticated Banksy Art

April 30, 2024

Where can I buy a Banksy? Authenticated Banksy artworks are typically acquired through specialist galleries, major auction houses, and private sales. Before making any purchase, collectors should understand Pest Control authentication, provenance, condition, and market context to ensure they are acquiring a genuine work with confidence. This guide explains where collectors buy Banksy artworks, what documentation […]

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10 Facts about Banksy’s Iconic Flower Thrower / Love is in the Air

April 10, 2024

Banksy is one of the most famous and enigmatic street artists of our time. His works have become an important part of contemporary art history, and his iconic Flower Thrower, also known as Love is in the Air, is one of his most recognisable pieces. This powerful image has become a symbol of resistance and […]

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Banklsy "Eco Tree" mural, Hornsey Road. Photo Copyright Graffitistreet

Banksy’s Hornsey Road Tree Mural: Climate Change, Greenwashing and the Illusion of Environmental Repair

March 18, 2024

Banksy’s Hornsey Road tree mural transforms a heavily pruned cherry tree with an artificial green canopy, creating a powerful commentary on climate change, urban nature and the deceptive language of greenwashing.

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The meaning behind Banksy's 'Girl with Balloon' - Explained. Image © Banksy

10 Famous Banksy Pieces and Their Meaning

March 15, 2024

10 famous Banksy pieces and their meaning offer a compelling way to understand how the artist has reshaped the language of street art, using humour, irony and visual economy to address politics, consumer culture, authority and human behaviour. From Girl with Balloon to Flower Thrower, Banksy’s most recognisable works combine protest with emotional symbolism, turning […]

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Banksy Tunnel, Leak Street. Image Copyright Banksy

Discover ‘The Banksy Tunnel’: London’s Hidden Graffiti on Leake Street

March 11, 2024

Located under the arches of Waterloo Station, Leake Street is a super cool and evolving graffiti tunnel that has become a must-visit destination in London. Often referred to as ‘Banksy Tunnel’, this location has not only gained fame as a street art hotspot but also as a rich canvas of historical significance and cultural expression. […]

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Sir Elton John’s “Flower Thrower Triptych” by Banksy Sells for $1.9 Million at Christie’s New York Auction

February 21, 2024

The art world was buzzing with excitement as Sir Elton John’s “Flower Thrower Triptych” by Banksy went up for auction at Christie’s New York for “The Collection of Sir Elton John: Opening Night“. The piece was LOT 13, which had an estimated value of $1-1.5 million and was the most expensive lot at the auction. […]

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