Banksy is a pseudonymous British street and graffiti artist who first emerged in the Bristol art underground during the 1990s. He is celebrated for his bold, socially charged stencil works—often laced with dark humor—placed in public spaces across the globe. Banksy’s satirical murals critique institutions, consumerism, and authority, and have repeatedly captured widespread media attention. Though his true identity remains unconfirmed, his distinctive aesthetic and message-driven art have elevated him to the status of one of the most iconic and influential figures in contemporary art.