Banksy's Valentine's Day Mural Appears in Bristol
Banksy unveiled a new mural in his hometown of Bristol, appearing on a house in the Barton Hill area around the night of February 12, 2020. The artwork, posted on his Instagram on February 14, depicts a classic stencil of a girl with a slingshot aimed upward, hitting an object that explodes into leaves and red flowers against a gray wall. The piece is interpreted as a romantic symbol for Valentine's Day, possibly representing a winged Cupid. The artist is experiencing a prolific creative period, with surprise works appearing periodically across England and beyond. Two upcoming exhibitions in Italy are scheduled: from March 21 at the Chiostro del Bramante in Rome, featuring a comparison with Raphael's frescoes, and from May 1 at Palazzo dei Diamanti in Ferrara.
Key facts
- Banksy created a new mural in Bristol, his hometown.
- The mural appeared on a house in the Barton Hill area.
- It was posted on Instagram on February 14, 2020.
- The artwork shows a girl with a slingshot hitting an object that explodes into leaves and red flowers.
- The mural is considered a romantic symbol for Valentine's Day.
- Two Banksy exhibitions are coming to Italy in 2020.
- The first exhibition opens March 21 at Chiostro del Bramante in Rome.
- The second exhibition opens May 1 at Palazzo dei Diamanti in Ferrara.
Entities
Artists
- Banksy
Institutions
- Chiostro del Bramante
- Palazzo dei Diamanti
Locations
- Bristol
- Barton Hill
- Italy
- Rome
- Ferrara