Blek le Rat is a French graffiti artist ... There is no doubt that street art’s political connotations have been essential to its charm, and Le Rat’s work is no exception. Within his oeuvre, topics ...

Such is the notable similarity between the two graffiti artist’s work. But Blek, a Frenchman, has been working on ironic self-portraits, stencilled socio-political commentary and, interestingly – rats ...

Bansky is even quoted as saying: “Every time I think I’ve painted something slightly original, I find out that Blek le Rat has done it as well ... Commenting on the enduring presence of the rat within ...

Banksy may be famous in the UK for his street art, but Blek ... early 1980s. A new book, Blek le Rat: Getting Through Walls and an exhibition at The Black Rat Gallery in London examine his work.