Banksy's West Bank series have become a popular place to visit for tourists.
The painting by the Banksy, which has mysteriously transferred from the occupied West Bank has landed in Urban Gallery in Tel Aviv, Israel. All photos: AP
The painting of a slingshot-toting rat once stood near Israel's separation barrier and was one of several works created in 2007 by the British graffiti artist.
The relocation of the painting raises ethical questions about the removal of artwork from occupied territories.
The original location of a mural.
Koby Abergel, an Israeli art dealer, said he bought the concrete slab from a Palestinian associate in Bethlehem.
Abergel shows a photo on his phone of him in Bethlehem with a painting by Banksy.
A different Banksy mural is covered with protective glass inside a gift shop in Bethlehem.
Another mural by the artist at a petrol station in Bethlehem.
Banksy's West Bank series have become a popular place to visit for tourists.
The painting by the Banksy, which has mysteriously transferred from the occupied West Bank has landed in Urban Gallery in Tel Aviv, Israel. All photos: AP
The painting of a slingshot-toting rat once stood near Israel's separation barrier and was one of several works created in 2007 by the British graffiti artist.
The relocation of the painting raises ethical questions about the removal of artwork from occupied territories.
The original location of a mural.
Koby Abergel, an Israeli art dealer, said he bought the concrete slab from a Palestinian associate in Bethlehem.
Abergel shows a photo on his phone of him in Bethlehem with a painting by Banksy.
A different Banksy mural is covered with protective glass inside a gift shop in Bethlehem.
Another mural by the artist at a petrol station in Bethlehem.
Banksy's West Bank series have become a popular place to visit for tourists.
Banksy's lost West Bank art found in Israel - in pictures
