Banksy made headlines with a bold stunt in 2005 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, where he covertly hung a painting using a clever distraction provided by accomplices. The artwork, depicting a woman in a gas mask, was labeled as a donation from Banksy himself. After attempting to reclaim the painting, it was revealed that John Barelli, the museum's former security head, had ultimately taken it home when he retired, humorously suggesting he might sell it if needed.
Banksy, the elusive street artist, cleverly infiltrated the Metropolitan Museum of Art with a fake beard, a clever distraction, and a stolen art piece.
John Barelli recalls how Banksy attempted to reclaim his artwork, but after it was discarded, he humorously admitted to taking it himself.
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