Elusive artist Banksy sparked curiosity this week by sharing images of his latest creation on Instagram. The artwork features a lighthouse silhouette with the intriguing phrase, “I want to be what you see in me.” Without providing any additional information, Banksy’s followers were left to speculate about the location of the piece.
A second photo shows an elderly couple walking their dogs near the lighthouse, offering few clues. Social media users have taken to platforms like Instagram to share their theories, with many suggesting that the artwork may be situated in southern France. Comments on X included references to Marseille as a possible location for Banksy’s new style.
Speculation continued on Instagram, with one fan pondering the meaning behind the artwork while questioning its location. Others supported the Marseille theory, with some claiming to have identified the exact address where the artwork can be found.
The interpretation of the artwork remains a mystery, but there are suggestions that the quote featured in it may be inspired by the song ‘Lonely’ by Lonestar. Banksy’s creations often carry political themes, addressing issues such as immigration, homelessness, and conflicts like the one in Ukraine.
In the past, Banksy has painted murals with political messages, including a series on the West Bank Wall in 2005. Despite his political undertones, some of his works remain shrouded in mystery, leaving viewers to decipher their meanings.
In a spree around London in 2024, Banksy unveiled a series of animal-themed artworks, each rendered in his distinctive black stencil style. The artworks featured various animals such as monkeys, wolves, pelicans, goats, cats, and elephants in different locations across the city.
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