Banksy’s painting "Crude Oil (Vettriano)" is set for auction at Sotheby’s, estimated at £5 million, with proceeds benefiting wildfire victims. Mark Hoppus, bassist of Blink-182, is selling the work, drawn to its subversive and humorous qualities. The piece critiques environmental damage caused by big businesses while transforming classic art. Hoppus plans to use the auction proceeds to support emerging artists and charitable causes, particularly the California Fire Foundation, showcasing a commitment to art and community amidst crisis.
"The left-out and overlooked making their own reality...Just go make art. It's the same spirit. And I've loved art and especially street art ever since realizing that."
"The real damage done to our environment is not done by graffiti writers and drunken teenagers, but by big business."
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