Banksy Confirms New Statue in Central London Is His Work
Street artist Banksy has confirmed a large statue in central London is his work.
A New Banksy Appears
The sculpture bears his signature. It shows a suited man walking forward off a plinth. He carries a flag that covers his face. The statue appeared in Waterloo Place, St James’s. The area was designed to celebrate imperialism and military dominance in the 1800s. The sculpture now sits near statues of Edward VII, Florence Nightingale, and the Crimean War Memorial.
Installed Overnight
Banksy’s representatives told the BBC that the statue was installed in the early hours of Wednesday. The artist then posted a video of it on his Instagram account on Thursday afternoon. Fans have already gathered to take photos. The meaning of the piece is unclear. However, many see it as a critique of blind patriotism and military pride.
