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Artwork by graffiti artist JonOne defaced in Seoul gallery after couple make ‘honest mistake’
A couple in South Korea accused of damaging a precious artwork by a famous US artist have told the head of the exhibition that they thought they had been invited to do so.
Key points:
- The untitled work by US graffiti artist JonOne was created in 2016
- Paint cans and brushes are displayed on the ground in front of the painting
- South Korean police decided not to prosecute the offending couple for their “mistake”
The untitled piece by graffiti artist JonOne, estimated to be worth as much as $US500,000 ($657,000), was on display at a gallery at the Lotte World Mall in Seoul.
It had been painted in 2016 in front of an audience in the South Korean capital.
Paint cans and brushes from the live performance are moved with the piece and are displayed on…
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