Banksy's new lighthouse graffiti sparks location mystery
Banksy has unveiled his latest graffiti depicting a lighthouse. The location of the work remains unknown, sparking speculation among the artist's fans.
Key information
- Banksy posted a photo of the new graffiti on Instagram.
- The work depicts a lighthouse with a mysterious caption.
- The location of the graffiti has not been disclosed, leading to speculation.
The British street artist Banksy surprised his fans once again by posting a photo of new graffiti on Instagram. The work shows a lighthouse on a beige building wall, accompanied by the mysterious phrase: "I want to be what you saw in me." As usual, Banksy did not disclose the location of his work, leading to much speculation.
Various theories have emerged on social media regarding the location of Banksy's new graffiti. Some suggest it might be one of the streets in Marseille in southern France. However, the lack of any details in the photos means that the location remains a mystery for now.
The British radio station LBC suggested that the quote used by Banksy might be from a song by the country band Lonestar titled "Softly." The song contains the lyrics: "I want to be what you see in me. I want to love you the way you love me." This is another example of how Banksy draws inspiration from various cultural sources.
Banksy and his satirical works
Banksy is known for creating satirical graffiti that often addresses political and social issues. His works critique capitalism, war, and environmental degradation. Last year, the artist created several animal-themed pieces in London, which also gained significant popularity.
Banksy's works fetch very high prices at auctions. In March, his piece "Toxic Beach" was sold for £4.3 (CAD 8) million, showing the great interest his works garner in the art market.
