'Banksy: The Man Behind the Wall' by Will Ellsworth-Jones is an insightful glimpse into the mysterious entity that is Banksy.
Banksy is a world-renowned street artist, yet there is little information known about him. A major part of his allure and the hype that surrounds him stems from this fact. Will Ellsworth-Jones was aware of this and decided to compile a book centered on Banksy's expansive career and the conflict surrounding art and commerce. Will is a former chief reporter and a contributing New York correspondent for The Sunday Times. His book is artistic, composed and shares insight into the elusive world of Banksy.
Street art has catapulted onto the art scene and become a huge part of the collector's circuit. Banksy: The Man Behind the Wall is a must read and you can scoop it up on Amazon.
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'Banksy: The Man Behing the Wall' Unveils the Artist's Career
Trend Themes
1. Street Art Collectibles - Street art is gaining popularity among collectors and is becoming a growing trend in the art market, presenting opportunities for new forms of collectibles.
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Industry Implications
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