Banksy's hospital painting 'sells for record £16.8m' - raising money for health charities

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A Banksy original offering an 'image of hope' during the pandemic has sold for a record £16.8m, auction house Christie's has said - with the proceeds going to health charities

"With the perfect image of a little boy playing with his superhero doll, a nurse sporting the international Red Cross, he perfectly captured the essence of this moment in time.

"As we have turned our focus towards our families and those we love, we express our gratitude to the people who continue to fight on the frontline against COVID-19." When the artwork first appeared at Southampton Hospital, it was accompanied by a note which read:"Thanks for all you're doing. I hope this brightens the place up a bit, even if it's only black and white.

"As a charitable gift it ensures our staff have a say in how money is spent to benefit them, our patients and our community and is a fantastic way to thank and reward them for the sacrifices they've made," he said.In the summer, the artist painted some trademark rats wearing face coverings on a tube train -

 

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