Given that Homer Simpson is somewhat partial to a pint of Duff, and likes to utter the phrase “To Alcohol: the cause of, and solution to, all of life’s problems”, it’s a wonder that we didn’t get a mural of the iconic cartoon outside a London pub sooner.
But, thanks to the talents of artist Steven Gonzalez, we now have exactly that; outside a popular Camden pub, the Old Eagle.
And, get this: it’s even interactive. We all recognise the famous Simpson family living room, right? Well, we’re here to tell you now that you can have a seat on that sofa. (If you can get up, that is!)
We obviously had to pay the couch a visit, but hopping up to the higher-than-expected perch proved more challenging than we thought it would be. Take a look at our visit (and multiple attempts) below:
Passers-by can carry out their very best Homer Simpson lounging impression (lord – Flanders? – knows we’ve all done a pretty stellar one of those on plenty a Sunday morning). Or, if you’re feeling slightly more intellectual, there’s always the option of whipping out the air saxophone Lisa Simpson-style. Sadly, there are no Itchy and Scratchy cartoons, which is likely music to Marge’s ears. This interactivity is made possible by a handy prop – an electricity box – which is painted as part of the mural to portray a (slightly less comfortable) sofa seat at 742 Evergreen Terrace.
As you can see by scrolling through Gonzalez’s Instagram post, the fresh design replaces the previous eagle artwork, which had been splashed with graffiti.
The mural has been up at the Old Eagle since January of 2022(!), so head down there to get a snap (or have a nap) on the sofa. Just watch out for Bart’s slingshots.
View more of Steven Gonzalez’s (@elvissey_art) here.
📍 Find the mural opposite the Old Eagle at 251 Royal College Street, NW1 9LU. The nearest station is Camden Road.