A tree mural that appeared overnight on the side of a building in north London is the work of Banksy, the anonymous street artist has confirmed.
The artist claimed the work as his own in an Instagram post on Monday, following speculation when it appeared on a building on Hornsey Road in Finsbury Park overnight.
Residents said they were “proud and delighted” at the thought of Banksy choosing their street for his latest mural.
The artwork sits behind a bare tree, giving the impression of leaves
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Wanja Sellers, a Hornsey Road resident who lives a few doors down from the mural, said: “We’re so proud and delighted that Banksy chose our road and chose Finsbury Park for his work.
“The bright green colours represent Islington, which is lovely and also, of course, St Patrick’s Day which is