New artwork in a town centre has sparked intrigue – and has even drawn comparisons to elusive street artist Banksy.
The piece depicting a child playing a harmonica and guitar has appeared in Sayers Lane, Tenterden.
It has been signed by Hendog, a Hampshire-based street artist who keeps their identity anonymous.
They shared photos of the work – titled Small Town Blues – on their Instagram page.
The graffiti can be found on the wall of clothing shop Ibbidi Bobbidi Boo.
Social media users have been full of praise for the art, with Christine Thompson describing the work as “top-notch”.
“It’s not a Banksy but just as good in my view,” she said.
“Thank you to the artist for making a boring corner interesting.”
Jeff Martin commented: “I’d say there’s more detail in that work than a Banksy.
“It’s a tricky one as I personally think it’s lovely and whoever did it is truly talented but would I feel the same if it was on my house?
“It’s not a mess, and it’s not political, and it’s interesting and beautiful in a way, definitely art, not vandalism.
“Plus, if it brings more people to the high street, then it’s a good thing.”
Marcus Ades added: “Amazing stencil work. Very intricate. They are anonymous like Banksy, well-known in street art circles.
“It is an honour to have their art in Tenterden.”
Others hoped it would be the start of more artwork appearing in the town.
Maggie Rennie said: “Love it. Maybe a few more should be scattered around the town?”
It is not the first time artwork by Hendog has been spotted in Kent.
In October, a piece featuring a child carrying a fishing rod was spotted painted near the lake in Mote Park, Maidstone.
The work – titled Fishing the Mote – appeared on the wall of former toilets in the park.
And in 2023, two pieces showing a boy dressed in a 1940s outfit were completed in Dover.
