How Banksy achieved his £1m shredded art 'trick' at auction

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The famous Girl With Balloon shredded itself as soon as it went under the hammer - but now some art experts expect it's value could have doubled

 

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Banksy explains why and how he destroyed artwork that had just been sold for £1m‘The urge to destroy is also a creative urge,’ says Bristol-based artist 4 Things Social Care Professionals can learn from Banksy’s Self-Destructing Artwork via wordpressdotcom If Banksy really wanted to curtail the absurd way the art world works, he would just reveal who he is publicly. I’ve known for years like others who he is but as the media and art world like to keep it a secret, it actually causes even more of what he says he wants to stop 🤡 Internet user explains how and why they didn't click on link, because its boring.
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Banksy shredding video reveals how £1m Girl With Balloon stunt was pulled offHere's how Banksy managed to achieve one of the greatest stunts in art history, shredding his famous creation after a £1m sale. Proves the point,more money than sense...🙄
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WATCH: Moment Banksy artwork 'SELF-DESTRUCTS' seconds after selling for over £1mTHIS is the moment the iconic Banksy artwork 'Balloon Girl' self-destructed in front of shocked auction-goers seconds after selling for £1 million in London.
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