Why Did Banksy's Artwork Self-Destruct After Being Sold for £1m at Sotheby's?

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In summary, Banksy's artwork, sold for £1 million at Sotheby's, self-destructed after the sale, leaving behind strips of the shredded painting. The artist, known for his unconventional and controversial work, may have used a strip shredder to create this unique piece. Some speculate that this was a carefully planned publicity stunt, while others question the artist's sanity. Despite the destruction of the painting, it has only increased in value and has gained even more attention in the art world.
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Looks like it was a strip shredder, not cross-cut...
So, stick the strips behind glass and call that 'Art Nouveau'...
;-))
 
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Is the artist a bit insane? Why would he destroy his own painting just for publicity? :))
 
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This is 'Banksy'...

I'm mildly surprised it did not spontaneously combust, like magicians' flash-paper, or prove to be drawn with disappearing ink...
 
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Wrichik Basu said:
Is the artist a bit insane? Why would he destroy his own painting just for publicity? :))
I hope that sheds some light on the situation :DD
 
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Nik_2213 said:
Looks like it was a strip shredder, not cross-cut...
So, stick the strips behind glass and call that 'Art Nouveau'...
;-))
They certainly will. And that's...
Wrichik Basu said:
Is the artist a bit insane? Why would he destroy his own painting just for publicity? :))
...Genius.
 
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Wrichik Basu said:
Is the artist a bit insane? Why would he destroy his own painting just for publicity? :))
Not satisfied with it .
 

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