Elusive street artist Banksy appeared to confirm on Monday that a new mural in London, which features two children lying on the ground and pointing at the sky, is indeed his latest creation. The artwork emerged on a wall of a building in Bayswater, West London, sparking immediate speculation about its authenticity before Banksy shared two photographs of it on his official Instagram account just hours later.
The intriguing black and white mural portrays two figures dressed in winter hats and boots, with one child extending a finger upward. Interestingly, a similar depiction was also spotted at the base of a tower in central London on the same day, although Banksy opted not to share that version on his social media.
Banksy, who gained fame as a street artist in Bristol, England, has transformed into one of the most recognizable figures in contemporary art. His pieces often fetch millions at auction and attract both enthusiasts and opportunistic thieves. While many of Banksy’s works convey potent critiques of issues like government policies on migration and war, this latest mural does not seem to carry a distinct political charge, focusing instead on a more whimsical and contemplative theme.
In recent months, Banksy made headlines with another mural depicting a towering judge with a gavel overshadowing an unarmed protester wielding a blood-stained placard. That piece, which appeared on the exterior wall of the Royal Courts of Justice, was hastily covered up, with officials citing the historical significance of the building as the reason for its removal.
As Banksy continues to captivate audiences with his thought-provoking artistry, this latest mural stands as a testament to his ongoing relevance and creative evolution in the art world.