Banksy Unveils Singing Chicken Nuggets at New York “Pet Supply Shop”By ARTINFO
Published: October 10, 2008
After passing a sign in front that reads, “Open for Pet Supplies/Rare Breeds/Mechanically retrieved meat,” viewers enter a space filled with animatronic creatures and “animals” of Banksy’s own invention, such as fish sticks swimming in a tank, juxtaposed with real pet supplies that are not for sale. The artist released a statement through his publicist, saying: “I wanted to make art that questioned our relationship with animals and the ethics and sustainability of factory farming, but it ended up as chicken nuggets singing.” The “store” will be open daily from 10 a.m. to midnight through Halloween. |