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David Bowie Mural in South London to Be Preserved

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Flowers are laid beneath a mural of David Bowie in Brixton on January 11, 2016 in London, England.

A mural of David Bowie that became a shrine to the “Starman” after his death is to be listed by the council to ensure it remains protected.

The mural is on the side of Morleys department store, a stroll from the legendary Brixton Academy and just opposite the Tube station for Brixton, the south London area where Bowie was born in 1947.

The artwork was visited by thousands of people, many of whom left flowers, message or gifts, in the days after Bowie passed away Jan. 10 following a battle with cancer.

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Lambeth Council has said its considering renaming the spot where the mural sits and suggestions for a permanent memorial — including a statue of the singer — are up for discussion.
“It is ultimately the family’s decision as to what may be appropriate,” said Councillor Lib Peck, leader of Lambeth Council in a statement.

“We must respect that and be patient. Lambeth residents have been overwhelmed by the outpouring of affection visibly demonstrated by floral tributes, messages and people visiting the Bowie mural to pay their respects to this unique ‘Brixton boy’.

“We are also in contact with the Bowie fan club and other Brixton organizations who want to honor the memory and legacy of this extraordinary artist. We will share any word we get from his family that will determine what we do next,” she added

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Morleys will preserve messages left on the brick wall, while on-perishable items like drawings and cards would be transferred to the council archives.

The mural was created by Australian artist Jimmy C in 2013 after researching Bowie’s life. The Hall of Fame inducted legend died from cancer at the age of 69, just two days after the release of his final album, Blackstar.

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