How Banksy's Street Art Succeeded.

This article examines the rise and impact of Banksy, the pseudonymous British street artist, whose career flourished during the UK bull market from 2003 to 2007. Banksy gained international recognition through iconic works like "Rage, the Flower Thrower" and cultural stunts such as the 2018 shredding of his painting "Girl with Red Balloon" at a Sotheby's auction, which paradoxically increased its value. His identity was revealed in 2026 as Robin Gunningham, sparking debate about the future of Banksy's art prices, which have already declined significantly since their peak in the early 2020s. The article situates Banksy's career and market fluctuations within broader social mood trends, suggesting that a prolonged bear market may suppress art prices for years.