The world's most mysterious artist's work "Love is in the Bin" world tour first stop in Taipei

Since July 1 of this year, the shocking and self-destructive piece "Love is in the Bin" by well-known British artist Banksy, which was sold at Sotheby's London auction in 2018, has been on display at The Museum of Contemporary Art, Taipei, which makes the starting point of the artwork exhibition's world tour. By making an online appointment, visitors can participate the exhibition for free from now until August 13.

Banksy changed its name during the Sotheby's auction in London in 2018 only a few minutes after it was sold. In the auditorium, the picture frame's concealed paper shredder was turned on, shredding the lower half of the artwork and creating a loud noise.Photo reproduced from Banksy’s IG

With his street graffiti, British artist Banksy, who chooses to remain anonymous, excels at satirizing the societal order. His writings frequently touch on topics like anti-war, anti-capitalism, protesting against government monitoring, supporting women and the underprivileged, and being full of humanitarianism. Girl with Balloon, presently on display at The Museum of Contemporary Art in Taipei, was formerly known as "Love is in the Bin," but Banksy changed its name during the Sotheby's auction in London in 2018 only a few minutes after it was sold. In the auditorium, the picture frame's concealed paper shredder was turned on, shredding the lower half of the artwork and creating a loud noise. Since then, "Girl with Balloon" has changed to "Love is in the Bin."

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"Girl with Balloon" has changed to "Love is in the Bin."Photo reproduced from Banksy’s IG

For free admission, the exhibition uses an online reservation system, and guests must schedule an appointment ahead of time using ACCUPASS. Additionally, on August 4th, The Museum of Contemporary Art, Taipei will host a blood donation event in the outdoor plaza in response to Banksy's ongoing expression of humanitarian compassion through his creations. Blood donors can attend the exhibition that same day without an appointment in addition to obtaining a limited gift package.

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The world's most mysterious artist's work "Love is in the Bin" world tour first stop in Taipei.Photo reproduced from The Museum of Contemporary Art, Taipei