Banksy's self-destructing artwork goes viral with memes

At a Sotheby's auction in London, Banksy's 'Girl with Balloon' self-destructed moments after selling for over £1 million. The Bristol-based street artist claimed responsibility on Instagram, framing it as a critique of the art market. The stunt sparked a wave of memes online, including parodies of the Mona Lisa, Salvator Mundi (shared by Jerry Saltz), and even Ikea's sarcastic take. The shredded piece, now titled 'Love is in the Bin,' is widely seen as a historic performance that may have increased its value.