Banksy's latest creation has been uncovered in the vibrant French city of Marseille. Shared on his Instagram, the artwork features a lighthouse painted onto a nondescript beige wall, paired with the poignant words: "I want to be what you saw in me." In a clever twist, a false shadow cast by a nearby bollard creates the optical illusion of the lighthouse being a silhouette, enhancing the visual impact of the piece.
Originally, the exact whereabouts of the artwork remained a mystery. However, BBC Verify has pinpointed its location to Rue Félix Fregier in southern France. An image circulating online showcases a blurred individual on a scooter passing the artwork, with a graffiti tag that appears to read "Yaze," potentially linked to Canadian artist Marco The Polo, who acknowledges Banksy as a source of inspiration on his own Instagram account.
Google Streetview offers a wider view of the street, capturing the spot prior to the installation of this intriguing artwork. Banksy has masterfully maintained anonymity throughout his career, with his Instagram profile serving as the primary means of authenticating new works. His past pieces are rich with political commentary touching on significant themes like immigration, the war in Ukraine, and the issue of homelessness.
While many of his creations convey clear messages, some, such as his series featuring animals across London last summer, leave room for interpretation. Recently, he also presented a piece showcasing a Madonna and child with an element resembling a bullet wound in her chest. This new lighthouse artwork continues to keep the public guessing about Banksy’s profound and multifaceted artistic intentions.
Originally, the exact whereabouts of the artwork remained a mystery. However, BBC Verify has pinpointed its location to Rue Félix Fregier in southern France. An image circulating online showcases a blurred individual on a scooter passing the artwork, with a graffiti tag that appears to read "Yaze," potentially linked to Canadian artist Marco The Polo, who acknowledges Banksy as a source of inspiration on his own Instagram account.
Google Streetview offers a wider view of the street, capturing the spot prior to the installation of this intriguing artwork. Banksy has masterfully maintained anonymity throughout his career, with his Instagram profile serving as the primary means of authenticating new works. His past pieces are rich with political commentary touching on significant themes like immigration, the war in Ukraine, and the issue of homelessness.
While many of his creations convey clear messages, some, such as his series featuring animals across London last summer, leave room for interpretation. Recently, he also presented a piece showcasing a Madonna and child with an element resembling a bullet wound in her chest. This new lighthouse artwork continues to keep the public guessing about Banksy’s profound and multifaceted artistic intentions.
