Paris is welcoming back one of its brightest stars – not on stage this time, but on a wall. Josephine Baker, the legendary performer, French Resistance spy, and civil rights activist, now watches over a diverse neighbourhood in northeast Paris thanks to a striking new mural.
The artwork, set just off the Canal de l’Ourcq, is the latest creation by urban artist FKDL and part of a local street art festival aimed at boosting community spirit. And it’s not just a pretty painting – it’s a powerful reminder of Baker’s legacy.