IPSWICH – Legendary street artist Banksy has graced the Suffolk capital, Ipswich, with a brand-new piece of urban art. Discovered at dawn yesterday by an unsuspecting 1980s milkman – the artwork has already caused a stir among locals.
By Our Norfolk Reporter: Ian Bred
Located in a backstreet alleyway, the piece features a chalk outline of a supine man, his face frozen in a blissful smile. But this is no ordinary chalk drawing. In true Banksy fashion, the artist has added a provocative twist.
A large iron bollard strategically positioned where the man’s nob would be. Giving the unmistakable impression of a man “ready for action.” The milkman, still clutching his empty bottles, reportedly muttered, “Well, that’s one way to start the day,” before continuing his route in his Unigate milk float.
Laughing all the way to the Banksy
Unlike other works by Banksy, which often disappear faster than you can say “Robert Banks”. This latest creation is unlikely to be stolen by art thieves. Despite its, shall we say, immovable nature, art experts have already slapped a valuation of £30 on it, which is roughly the price of a pint and a packet of crisps in Ipswich these days.
Ipswich Local officials are torn between preserving the piece as a cultural landmark or simply allowing nature to take its course, though many residents have already taken to calling it the “Erected in Ipswich.”
As with all things Banksy, the true meaning of the piece is up for debate, but one thing is certain: the multi-millionaire street artist is a clever dick.
