Mercurial British artist Banksy has unveiled a new work in support of Black Lives Matter and George Floyd. Banksy posted the new piece on Instagram, in which he highlights the portrait of a faceless black man and a candle. The full painting shows that the candle has set the American flag on fire, likely a reference to how Floyd’s death has sparked nationwide outrage. The incident has sparked peaceful protests against police brutality as well as rioting and looting in cities across the country. CLICK HERE FOR THE FOX NEWS APPThe painting already drew some criticism for the depiction of a burning American flag, which is a federal crime in the United States carrying a punishment of up to a year in jail.

Source: Fox News June 07, 2020 00:00 UTC