The artist says the proceeds will go towards buying a rescue boat for migrants to replace one confiscated by the Italian authorities
Banksy’s shop Gross Domestic Product in London. Source: TwistedSifter/Artguide
The world’s most famous street artist, Banksy, opened a small shop called Gross Domestic Product in London’s Croydon, Artguide reports.
The store was launched as a response to a legal dispute with a greetings card company that tried to take custody of the artist’s name and released postcards featuring his works, thus violating copyright law. Banksy’s lawyer recommended the artist to launch his own trademark.
The shop sells disco balls made from used police helmets, gravestones reading “You have now reached your destination”, wooden migrant children figures, a clock with a rat illustration and other items. The shop will work for two weeks, but the items on display are only available to buy online.
The online catalogue will be launched in the next few days. Prices will start from £10. The shop is organised as an illuminated showroom. “Probably best viewed at night,”Banksy wrote on Instagram.
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