A TRADITIONAL red post box has been completely spraypainted silver.

Gabriel Lecointe, who owns Classic Upholstery in Colworth Road, Leytonstone, took this photo this morning.

And while some would be appalled at the act of vandalism, Mr Lecointe said it was proving popular.

"It's absolutely superb, it looks so nice," he added.

"Everyone has stopped to take a picture of it and it's putting a smile on their faces."

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