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Banksy’s London Zoo? The Artist Brings In Elephants A Day After Goat Mural

By Mikelle Leow, 06 Aug 2024

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Trunk call! Banksy’s latest pachyderm-packed piece has trumpeted its arrival on London's streets, leaving art lovers in a jumbo-sized tizzy. The elusive street artist’s newest creation materialized overnight in south-west London, near Chelsea, featuring two elephants with their trunks snaking out of blocked windows.


This monochromatic mural appeared just a day after Banksy adorned a wall near Kew Bridge in Richmond with a goat teetering on a precarious ledge. The rapid-fire delivery of these pieces has sent enthusiasts into a frenzy.


The elephant mural, with its stark black-and-white aesthetic, invites viewers to ponder deeper themes. The image of these majestic creatures, seemingly confined yet reaching out, sparks contemplation on the relationship between urban life and the natural world. Are these gentle giants seeking connection or freedom?

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As with most of Banksy's creations, the artist remains tight-lipped about the intended meaning behind the piece. This silence allows each viewer to form their own conclusions, fostering a personal connection with the artwork. It’s this interactive quality that often makes Banksy's pieces so engaging and discussion-worthy.


London’s walls have long served as a canvas for street artists, and Banksy’s elephantine offering now adds to them, reminding passersby that amid the daily grind, there’s always room for a moment of wonder and reflection. The artist has been busy at work, and was reportedly even caught on CCTV camera this week.

 

 

 

[via Metro.co.uk, Daily Mail, Evening Standard, cover image via Banksy]

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