New Banksy artwork suddenly appears outside court

Art
8 Sep 2025 • 8:32 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • A new Banksy artwork has appeared on an external wall of the Royal Courts of Justice in London.
  • The piece depicts a judge in a wig and gown beating a prostrate protester holding a blood-spattered placard.
  • Banksy confirmed responsibility for the artwork via an Instagram post on Monday morning.
  • Security guards swiftly covered the artwork with large sheets of black plastic and metal barriers, with officials now guarding the site.
  • The artwork's appearance follows recent protests and is consistent with Banksy's history of commenting on political and governmental issues.

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