Banksy’s Reindeer Sleigh Bench: A Christmas Message
By Vidar
Banksy revealed a mural in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter highlighting homelessness at Christmas.
Two reindeer appear to pull a public bench, turning it into Santa’s sleigh. A video showed a homeless man, Ryan, lying on the bench as the reindeer appear to pull him like Santa’s sleigh, highlighting the issue of homelessness.
Shortly after, red noses were added to the reindeer, but the mural’s message about homelessness remains powerful and relevant, even in 2024.
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