Top 10 Most Famous & Expensive Art by Banksy Ever Sold on Auction.He was also starting to shape his politically-laden style, influenced by French graffiti artist Blek le Rat. This early influence on Banksy and his work saw him adopt his Banksy pseudonym to avoid arrest for criminal damage, but his own identity was also forming. Top 10 Most Famous Banksy Art Pieces (Includes Artist Background & Interesting Facts)īanksy is the most well-known graffiti artist in the world, selling millions of pounds’ worth of works and creating a household name when it comes to some of the most famous and expensive art works in the world (at the time of this writing in 2023).Īll while remaining hidden in a shadowy corner of the art world which began with political discontent and being “crap with a spray can.” We explore how this elusive (probably) Englishman came to ride high in the art world.īanksy’s start into the world of graffiti came in his home city of Bristol which has been well known for its vibrant arts – and particularly its street art scene – for many years. If you want us to appraise your luxury watch, painting, classic car or jewellery for a loan, click here.

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