If they're buying Banksy's work, then they've missed the point. It's supposed to be public and seditious. Whether you think it deserves the level of fame it has is a matter of opinion, but there's definitely something to be said for putting witty political messages in prominent public spaces.

I enjoyed reading about his withdrawal from public/celebrity life. His actions and works speak for themselves, and I imagine his choice to be "elusive" says a lot about his experience in the industry, how society treats its artists and artworks.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bill_Watterson#After_Calvin_an...

>I have no clue what is interesting about Banksy and know people who buy his crap who have no idea either.

For one, it's distinctive and iconic.

Second, in 2020, it still has an element of social commentary, whereas most "modern art" is abstract BS.

Third, it's not academic wordy social commentary (like some other art aspires to), but something plain folks can appreciate.

So, lots to like.

"every time I think I've painted something slightly original, I find out that Blek le Rat has done it as well, only twenty years earlier." >> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blek_le_Rat