‘Tax in Creases’ Secures Victory in Satirical Turnip Prize

The yearly satirical Turnip Prize competition has been awarded to an artwork consisting of a crumpled white shirt adorned with tacks embedded in its creases. Annually organized by a Somerset pub, the Turnip Prize recognizes individuals who produce exceptionally poor artwork with minimal effort. This award serves as a parody of the globally renowned Turner Prize. This year’s accolade was claimed by “Tax in Creases,” an entry submitted by Wonga Woman, whose identity is not her actual name. The 39-year-old teacher from Wedmore stated, “I couldn’t be bothered to finish the ironing!” She added, “It’s a great honour to receive the fantastic prize and I am fully aware that the trophy comes with a bill for VAT (Vegetable Added Tax).” The New Inn pub in Wedmore, which organizes the competition, conducts an annual ceremony where victors receive a turnip impaled on a six-inch nail. Submissions are received from various global locations, however, entries demonstrating “too much effort” face immediate disqualification. Regarding the victorious submission, organizer Trevor Prideaux commented, “I am delighted with the lack of effort taken to create this work.” He further remarked, “This year’s event attracted 69 entries, it’s fantastic that Wonga Woman has won, she clearly has what it takes to be recognised in modern art circles and will be remembered in art history for no time at all.” These satirical awards were established as a reaction to Tracey Emin’s artwork “My Bed,” which received a nomination for the inaugural Turnip Prize in 1999. Readers can follow BBC Somerset on Facebook and X, and submit story ideas via email or WhatsApp at 0800 313 4630. Copyright 2024 BBC. All rights reserved. The BBC disclaims responsibility for the content found on external sites. Information regarding their approach to external linking is available.