'It's not like he invented spray can art': Real artist behind suspected Banksy pub mural revealed

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The real artist behind a suspected 'Banksy' on the side of a Greater Manchester pub has been unveiled. On Sunday (October 10) a mural appeared on the side of The Griffin Hotel, in Heaton Mersey, and speculation built locally as to whether it could be a genuine artwork from the acclaimed anonymous artist.

While the painting is not the work of Banksy, the real artist also remains anonymous and uses a pseudonym - Mr Eggs. READ MORE : The 'secret sauce' made in Manchester that could change an industry - and the planet The Salford-based artist said he has 'appreciated' street art for the past 15 years or so but has laughed off the Banksy comparisons.