The exhibition will include a host of stencils used by the artist as well as authentic artefacts and ephemera including his toilet - according to The Herald which first reported the story.
Speaking to the newspaper, Banksy said, “I’ve kept these stencils hidden away for years, mindful they could be used as evidence in a charge of criminal damage. But that moment seems to have passed, so now I’m exhibiting them in a gallery as works of art. I’m not sure which is the greater crime”,.
Taking place from the 1th of June to the 28th the exhibition will be open for 24 hours over the weekends with the official website warning - “At weekends we are open all night but please be aware the show contains tight spaces, fragile items and disorientating light effects, if you show up appearing to be very intoxicated you may be refused entry.”
On the exhibition, Gareth James, Museum Manager at GoMA, told The Herald: “This has been a once in a lifetime opportunity to work with an artist who has been exciting and challenging people around the world with their work over the past 25 years.
“GoMA has been welcoming artists who champion social justice, take risks and utilise innovative practice for almost three decades - hosting this exhibition is a perfect fit for GoMA and the city. This is an exhibition that people will talk about for years to come and will reward repeat visits to appreciate its scope, insights and subversion.”
“While the unauthorised Banksy shows might look like sweepings from my studio floor, CUT & RUN really are the actual sweepings from my studio floor,” Bansky told The Herald. In a gallery label for the show the artist makes the reason for choosing Glasgow’s GoMA to host it clear. The label reads: ‘Welcome. If nothing else, you’re going to see one masterpiece today - you just walked by it.”
The show will feature never before seen work and items used by the artist in a show that is set to capture the imagination of Banksy collectors new and old across the world.”
Councillor Susan Aitken, leader of Glasgow City Council, said: “I’m really excited to welcome this exhibition by Banksy, which might be the perfect partnership of artist, gallery and host city.
“Street art has become one of Glasgow’s signatures and there’s no one who’s done more to put street art at the heart of culture, politics and society than Banksy. We’re delighted Banksy has chosen Glasgow to host their work.
“This exhibition is going to generate huge excitement and demand, so we’re looking forward to welcoming even more visitors to Glasgow and Scotland this summer.
“If you’re planning a visit to enjoy this unique exhibition, grab the opportunity while you’re here to take in some of Glasgow’s wonderful murals across the city and our other world-class cultural offerings.”
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