Prolific street artist Scott Marsh unveils controversial new Peter Dutton mural in Darlinghurst, Sydney
A new and highly controversial piece of street art depicting Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has appeared in Sydney this week, just days before Australians head to the polls.
The mural, painted by well-known street artist Scott Marsh, portrays Dutton as a sex toy named 'The Dutt Plug'.
'Bend over backwards … just like your campaign promises. Tired of scandals that don't come with personal satisfaction?' the post reads.
'Worn out from all the flip-flopping without any real stimulation?
'Then meet your new favourite backdoor deal: The Dutt Plug.
'The Dutt Plug guarantees that the only thing getting screwed … is you.'
The mural has attracted attention online, with various reactions from the public. Some viewers have praised the artwork for its boldness, while others have criticised it as inappropriate.
Activist Grace Tame commented under the post: 'Genius.'
Another commenter called for Marsh to be 'balanced' and do a similar mural of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
This is not the first time Marsh has created politically charged street art. He is known for his provocative murals that provide brutal social and political commentary, wrapped up with a bit of humour.
In 2019, he took aim at then-Prime Minister Scott Morrison over his handling of the bushfire crisis that devastated Australia.
The mural, which appeared on Christmas Eve on Chippen Lane in Chippendale, depicted Mr Morrison wearing a Hawaiian shirt, lei and a Santa hat while holding a fancy cocktail.
Behind the Prime Minister large flames burn, and a speech bubble depicts the words 'Merry crisis'. The mural made national headlines and was painted over by an unknown person four days after it appeared.
Marsh painted the mural after Mr Morrison faced intense scrutiny over his decision to take a planned family holiday as dozens of fires burned across the country. Mr Morrison's staff deflected questions from the press for days about his whereabouts, and during his absence two firefighters were killed as they fought fires.
Marsh announced on social media that funds raised from sales of merchandise associated with the mural had reached over $60,000, all of which he would donate to the NSW RFS.
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