British graffiti artist
Banksy
Banksy (born 1974?, Bristol?, England) is an anonymous British graffiti artist known for his acerbic and antiauthoritarian art, often done in public places. Although he is particularly known for his stenciled art featuring policemen and rats, over the years he has extended his practice to include installation and performance. Banksy’s art often appears unexpectedly, and it typically causes a flurry of media attention. He generally claims the work on social media after it has been spotted.
Banksy is a pseudonymous England-based street artist, political activist, and film director whose real name and identity remain unconfirmed and the subject of speculation. Active since the 1990s, his satirical street art and subversive epigrams combine dark humour with graffiti executed in a distinctive stenciling technique.
Street Art
The most iconic famous works
Girl with a Balloon
Description: This piece features a young girl reaching out toward a red, heart-shaped balloon, often accompanied by the phrase "There Is Always Hope."
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Originally appeared in London, various reproductions exist worldwide.
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One of Banksy's most recognized works, symbolizing hope and innocence. A version of this artwork famously shredded itself immediately after being sold at auction, drawing global attention.
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Flower Thrower
Description: Depicts a masked protester throwing a bouquet of flowers instead of a weapon, highlighting a message of peace.
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Originally appeared in Jerusalem.
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Represents non-violent resistance and the power of love over violence. Widely reproduced and symbolically powerful.
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Girl with a Balloon
Description: Depicts a couple embracing while looking at their smartphones, highlighting the disconnect caused by technology.
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Originally appeared in Bristol, England.
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A poignant commentary on modern relationships and technology's impact on human interaction.
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