In this episode, we explore one of the most surreal and bizarre moments in the world of modern art. Back in 2019, a man made waves by purchasing an “art piece” —a banana taped to a wall—for a staggering $6.2 million. This controversial piece, created by artist Maurizio Cattelan, became a symbol of the absurdity and high stakes of contemporary art. But the story doesn’t end there. Just a few days ago, the same man appeared at the Peninsula Hong Kong, one of the most luxurious hotels in China, to hold a press conference that left spectators speechless. His act? Eating the banana.Listen now to hear more about this strange art world moment.For more details on the hotel, check out Peninsula Hong Kong's website.Want to learn more about the infamous banana? Listen to The Art of Bananas episode for more insight!Check out this week's featured hashtag: #IfICouldTeleportAnywhereSend a text to The Ebone Zone! Support the showIf you have questions or comments email [email protected] Follow the Ebone Zone on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OfficialEBZLike the Ebone Zone on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ebonezoneofficial/Visit www.ebonezone.com for more content!

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