A London-based street artist who is known for his paintings of David Bowie and Amy Winehouse across the capital has paid tribute to Prince with a mural of the late singer in north London.
Pegasus’ latest artwork, which appeared in London’s Turnpike Lane On Saturday April 23, features a monochrome portrait of the beloved performer inside a purple frame - the colour famously worn by the artist throughout his four decade career.
"Prince was one of my idols, a true visionary with extraordinary talent. He was an inspiration to many and loved by all. When I heard of his passing I had to pay tribute" Pegasus told The Evening Standard.
The artist also included various symbols associated with the singer including two doves, a red rose and his ‘Love Symbol’ - a mix of the astrological Mars-male and Venus-female symbols.
He said: “The two doves are in relation to my favourite prince song "when doves cry" and red rose which represents passion, desire and our symbol of eternal enduring love for the people's Prince.”
Prince - In pictures
Pegasus, who hails from Chicago, is perhaps best known for Fallen Angel, an image of Amy Winehouse running alongside Camden Lock that was whitewashed over before being repainted and 'opened' by Winehouse's mother Janis in December 2013.
The painter also made headlines with a stencil showing the Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton, as the Virgin Mary with Prince George of Cambridge as baby Jesus.
Prince died Thursday at his home in Minnesota. The investigation into the cause of his death is ongoing.
The Purple Rain singer, who has sold over 100 million records worldwide, was cremated at the First Memorial Western Chapel in Minneapolis yesterday in a quiet family service.
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