Banksy reveals second new animal-themed artwork in London

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Banksy has revealed a fresh piece of art in London, marking the artist's second creation in two days.

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The newest piece from the Bristol street artist showcases two elephant silhouettes reaching out their trunks towards each other.

The artwork is displayed on what seems to be two bricked-up windows at the intersection of Edith Terrace and Edith Grove in Chelsea.

The elephants showed up after the artist said they made a goat artwork on a small wall in Kew Bridge, west London, on Monday.

The outline of the creature is seen with rocks tumbling down from the cliff and a surveillance camera occasionally turning towards it.

Stating that he made the elephant artwork by sharing it on his verified Instagram account, Banksy - whose real name remains a mystery - chose not to include a description, leading fans to ponder its significance.

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A lot of people think that this is a reference to the well-known phrase "the elephant in the room," which is used to talk about a clear issue or problem that everyone is avoiding discussing. This could be a tribute to Banksy's famous satirical artwork that often touches on political and philosophical topics.

Some people believe that the elephants reaching out to each other could represent the idea of healing and coming together again.

During the month of June, an artistic display featuring a replica of a migrant boat was exhibited in the midst of the Glastonbury Festival attendees, prompting disapproval from the former home secretary, James Cleverly.

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Mr. Cleverly criticized the stunt as "mocking" and "disgusting" as it moved through the audience while indie punk band Idles and rapper Little Simz were performing.

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However, the artist felt that the politician's response was disproportionate.

Banksy stated that it was despicable and unacceptable for the Italian authorities to detain the actual boat he financially supported, which rescued unaccompanied children at sea.

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