A new statue, widely attributed to Banksy, has appeared overnight in central London, depicting a suited man blinded by a flag and walking off a ledge. The artwork, installed in Waterloo Place, features Banksy’s signature on the plinth and was accompanied by a video on the artist’s Instagram, seemingly confirming involvement. Art dealers and city officials have expressed appreciation for the provocative piece, with London authorities indicating no immediate plans for removal, despite the often ephemeral nature of Banksy’s public installations.
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A 19-year-old Australian woman has been charged with property damage for allegedly attaching googly eyes to a large blue sculpture. The incident occurred in September and was captured on CCTV footage, according to the local council. The artwork, nicknamed the “Blue Blob,” remains undamaged as removing the eyes could harm the sculpture. The accused appeared in court and did not enter a plea, with the next court date scheduled for December.
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I never envisioned a scenario where an art installation connecting two renowned cities, Dublin and New York City, would be shut down due to inappropriate behavior. It was surprising to see the fallout from what seemed like a unique and interesting concept. The New York Post blamed Dublin’s “Guinness-glugging patrons” for the chaos that ensued around the portal. Reports of flashing body parts, swastikas, and even a dramatic cocaine snorting display painted a picture of utter disregard for the artistic intent behind the installation.
The decision by the Dublin City Council to shut down the livestream feed due to the behavior in one of the city’s crime-ridden neighborhoods was unfortunate.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker