MANILA, Philippines — Controversial UK artist Banksy’s “Banksy Universe” exhibit has opened in The M in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City last May 7., his official and only authenticator, that "Banksy is not involved or associated with any of" the exhibits of works opening around the world.
But in this modern world of K-pop and “aesthetic,” “Banksy Universe” presents itself as an interactive showcase of Banksy’s works, which one can take pictures with as if one is part of the artpiece. Apart from Banksy’s sarcastic and subverted takes on popular artworks such as Andy Warhol’s Marilyn Monroe pictures and Claude Monet’s “Water Lily Pond,” on display are his satirical works on the war in Gaza and the English royalty, among others.
A must-see is “Love is in the Bin,” dubbed by Sotheby's as “first artwork in history to have been created live during an auction” as the 2018 painting was partially shredded through a built-in shredder in the frame, right after it was sold for £1 million . After three years, it resold for £18 million .'Banksy Universe' in The MPhilstar.com/Deni Rose M. Afinidad-BernardoPhilstar.com/Deni Rose M. Afinidad-BernardoPhilstar.com/Deni Rose M. Afinidad-BernardoPhilstar.
“Make this the year YOU discover a new destination” video with Gaza debris ; partially-shredded artwork “Love is in the Bin"