Banksy Acknowledges His Latest Mural in North London
Renowned street artist Banksy has verified a new piece of his artwork that emerged in Finsbury Park, London.
The creation was unveiled on social media, depicting a tree with green spray-painted leaves and a human silhouette with a sprayer.
Admirers, including locals and former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn, expressed delight, seeing it as an addition of vibrancy to the densely populated area.
The artwork features a striking green burst on a white wall, detailed in Banksy's signature stencil technique. Commentator James Peak suggested it likely involved a pressure hose for its execution, highlighting Banksy's attention to detail given the paint’s match to local council signage.
Islington Council, recognizing its value, has decided not to remove the mural. Additionally, the council shared that the actual cherry tree displayed is deteriorating, and continued maintenance efforts will be made to preserve it.
Banksy, maintaining anonymity despite his fame, typically confirms his works through his website and Instagram, where this piece was also posted. The building owner Alex Georgiou intends to keep and share the mural with the public.
Notably, this piece adds a tougher challenge to potential thieves, incorporating a living tree that cannot easily be stolen, unlike Banksy's previous works which have faced theft issues.