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Visitor Bites $6.2M Banana Artwork, Sparks Controversy

7/22/2025

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A shocking incident unfolded at the Pompidou-Metz museum when a visitor took a bite out of Maurizio Cattelan's $6.2 million banana artwork, "Comedian." The artist, known for his provocative critiques of the art world, expressed his dismay that the visitor bypassed the skin and tape. This act reignites the debate surrounding the controversial piece.

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Story summary

A shocking incident unfolded at the Pompidou-Metz museum when a visitor took a bite out of Maurizio Cattelan's $6.2 million banana artwork, "Comedian." The artist, known for his provocative critiques of the art world, expressed his dismay that the visitor bypassed the skin and tape. This act reignites the debate surrounding the controversial piece.