Updated November 2026 · ranked by our popularity score (searches, visits and orders for each work) · 146 works by Banksy in our catalogue
In short
Of all the originals Banksy left, the most famous is Girl with Balloon (2002). Close behind it come Toxic Mary (double) (2003) and Napalm girl. Our catalog holds 146 works by Banksy; the gallery has kept the 100 the world admires most, each shown with its date, its museum and its story.
Girl with Balloon, also known as Balloon Girl or Girl and Balloon, is a work by Banksy. The artist, originally from Bristol, United Kingdom, first introduced this imagery in 2002. It emerged as an original graffiti mural, appearing on public walls throughout London. The first iteration of the work was located on Waterloo Bridge.
In the realm of contemporary street art, few names command as much intrigue and reverence as Banksy. His work, Toxic Mary (double), serves as a hauntingly beautiful testament to his ability to transform the grit of urban spray paint into profound social commentary. This particular piece presents a striking vertical composition, featuring two ethereal figures—women adorned with delicate wings—stacked one above the other. The imagery evokes a sense of fallen…
The artwork titled Napalm girl, also known by the alternative title Can’t Beat That Feeling, is a work by the artist Banksy. Created ca. 2004, this piece utilizes a screenprint technique to present a specific visual arrangement. The composition centers on the figure of Kim Phúc, a nine-year-old girl, who is depicted in a state of distress.
In the dusty, earthen light of Timbuktu, Mali, a scene unfolds that feels both profoundly ordinary and deeply unsettling. A woman stands by a weathered, reddish-brown wall, engaged in the rhythmic, daily labor of washing. A clothesline is stretched across the frame, but the laundry hanging from it is not clothing; instead, long, black stripes are pegged out to dry, swaying slightly in the air. Beside her, a zebra stands,…
The artwork presents a monochrome figure seated against a textured red brick wall. This figure is rendered in black and white, appearing in a slightly hunched posture that suggests a state of vulnerability. A small cup rests on the ground at the figure's feet. The figure holds a rectangular sign with clearly delineated text that reads, "Keep your coins I want change." The background consists of a repetitive pattern of…
The scene unfolds through "Show me the Monet," a 2005 oil-on-canvas painting that disrupts a quiet, watery landscape. The artist, Banksy, moves away from the quick, stenciled marks of the street to work with the heavy, deliberate medium of oil. This specific piece exists as a member of a larger series titled Crude Oil, where the artist explores the intersection of fine art traditions and modern debris. The canvas holds…
In this street art piece titled Mona lisa with bazooka, the artist Banksy offers a subversive reimagining of a high-culture staple. The work functions as a stencil-style reproduction of Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, stripping away the traditional reverence often associated with the figure. Instead of the quiet poise found in the original portrait, this version presents a figure that has been fundamentally altered by the hand of modern street…
A sudden, chaotic storm of white feathers fills the air, swirling around two figures caught in a frantic, rhythmic struggle. This is not a battle of bullets or blades, but a frantic pillow fight that erupts amidst a heavy, white blizzard. The scene is thick with movement, as the soft, downy plumes obscure the background and create a sense of claustrophobic urgency. Two young figures, one a Palestinian and the…
The scene unfolds on a rough, textured white wall, an urban canvas that feels immediate and unpolished. There, the figure of the Mona Lisa appears, but she is no longer the untouchable subject of a museum gallery. Instead, she is a stencil-based intervention, a sudden presence in the street. Her robes, rendered in deep shades of green, are pulled down to reveal her buttocks, a provocative gesture that shatters the…
Graffiti is a Crime
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Steam roller traffic warden
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Nighthawks forever
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Shop Until You Drop2012
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Gorilla pink mask
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Panda with Guns
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Osama sunbathing
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A stencil of Charles Manson in a prison suit2005
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Swinger2008
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Paranoid Pictures
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Kyiv, Velyka Zhytomyrska 132022
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Kyiv, Khreshchyatyk 92022
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Hostomel, Proskurivska 22022
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Corrupted oil jerry crude oil
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Think tank blur
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Security guard with Pink baloon dog
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Gangsta rat
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Fridge kite
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Police sniper
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Ghetto for life
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Queen ziggy
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Flower aerial
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Lenin punk
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Javelin thrower
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Looting soldiers
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The thinker monkey
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Better out than in
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Street art tap phoned
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Angel in bulletproof vest
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Laugh now
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If at first you dont succeed
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Stormtroopers filming oscars
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Hitchhiker to anywhere
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Tox
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Old skool
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Dove
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Bubble girl
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Hammer BOy
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Mauer betlehem
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Love plane
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Ice cream bomb
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Abraham lincoln
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Tesco bag flag
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The mild mild west
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Rodeo cowboy
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Smiley grim reaper
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Take this society
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Fragile silence
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No ball games rat
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Waiting in Vain
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Umbrella girl
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Im out of bed rat
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Secured
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Swing girl
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The Girl with the Pierced Eardrum
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I remember when all of this was trees
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Burning tyre
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Son of a migrant from Syria
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I dont believe in global warming
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If graffiti changed anything it would be illegal
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Thisll Look Nice When its Framed
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No ball games
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Art buff
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Tesco sandcastle
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Blank walls are criminal
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Mobile lovers
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Love is the answer
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Interest in People
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One original thought
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Forgive our trespassing
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Sunflower field gas mask
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Grim reaper thekla
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Ghetto boy
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Girl ATM
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Child soldier
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Yellow lines flower
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3D Rat Glasses
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Draw the raised bridge
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Graffiti because I'm worthless
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Street art avenue
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Cave painting
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Girl and Mouse
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Pooh bear trap
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Marching band
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You looked better on Myspace
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Migrant child
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Pissing soldier
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Cameran Man and Flower
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Soldier Stop and Sea
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Thug for life bunny
The four subjects that come back most often in these originals, each with its finest example.
The museum that holds the most of the paintings on this page.
| Museum | City | Works by Banksy | Paintings from this list |
|---|---|---|---|
 staatskanzlei-saarland |
Saarbrücken | 1 | Toxic Mary (double) |
Pick a decade to see the original that defines it.
Girl with Balloon, also known as Balloon Girl or Girl and Balloon, is a work by Banksy. The artist, originally from Bristol, United Kingdom, first introduced this imagery in 2002. It emerged as an original graffiti mural, appearing on public walls throughout London. The first iteration of the work was located on Waterloo Bridge.
Banksy has said "We can't do anything to change the world until capitalism crumbles. In the meantime we should all go shopping to console ourselves."
Girl with Balloon (2002). Toxic Mary (double) (2003) and Napalm girl come next.
29 years old: Girl with Balloon dates from 2002, and Banksy was born in 1973.
Girl with Balloon, Toxic Mary (double), Napalm girl, Washing zebra stripes, Keep your coins i want change, Show me the Monet, Mona lisa with bazooka, Israeli palestinian pillow fight, Mona lisa showing her bum and No future. The ranking above gives each one's year and museum.
Our catalog holds 146 works by Banksy, dated from 2002 to 2022.
Mostly in staatskanzlei-saarland (Saarbrücken). The museum table above lists them all.
In 2000s: 4 of the 100 works on this page were made then, Girl with Balloon among them.
On this page, the earliest is Girl with Balloon (2002) and the latest Kyiv, Velyka Zhytomyrska 13 (2022).
Social commentary (4), Woman (3) and Girl (2), across the 100 works on this page.
Spray Paint, for 7 of the 100 works on this page.
Street art, judging by the originals on this page.
Born around 1974 in Bristol, England, Banksy’s true identity remains unconfirmed. His early life is shrouded in mystery, though it's known he began as a freehand graffiti artist in the early 1990s, part of the city’s vibrant underground scene. He was influenced by artists like 3D, a founding member of Massive Attack, and developed his skills within the DryBreadZ Crew (DBZ). This period laid the foundation for his distinctive style and rebellious spirit.
Banksy’s artistic development moved from freehand graffiti to a signature stencil-based technique. This allowed for quicker execution of complex designs, crucial for illegal street art. His work quickly gained recognition for its satirical and subversive nature, often combining dark humor with poignant social commentary. He skillfully blends imagery and text, creating impactful statements that challenge the status quo.
Banksy’s work consistently tackles challenging themes including:
His influences extend beyond the graffiti world, drawing inspiration from art history, popular culture, and current events.
Banksy has created a vast body of work, both in public spaces and through limited-edition prints. Some notable examples include:
Banksy is not merely an artist; he’s also a dedicated activist. He frequently uses his art to draw attention to social and political issues, often staging elaborate interventions in public spaces. His work on the Israeli West Bank barrier, adding images and messages to the concrete wall, is a prime example of his commitment to raising awareness about conflict and injustice.
Banksy has fundamentally altered perceptions of street art, elevating it from vandalism to a respected form of artistic expression. He’s challenged traditional notions of authorship, ownership, and the role of art in society. His work continues to provoke dialogue, inspire activism, and captivate audiences worldwide. He represents a powerful voice for dissent and a reminder that art can be a catalyst for change.
