Possible New Banksy Statue Appears in London
An over-life-sized statue has appeared on Waterloo Place in central London, depicting a figure stepping off a pedestal into the void, with a large flag blowing into its face. A signature at the base reads "Banksy." The artwork has drawn crowds and speculation, though Banksy has not posted about it on Instagram as is typical. The identity of the anonymous artist remains unconfirmed, though recent speculation points to Robin Gunningham from Bristol. The statue may be interpreted as a warning against blinding patriotism.
Key facts
- Statue appeared on Waterloo Place in central London.
- Figure is over-life-sized, stepping off a pedestal with a flag blowing into its face.
- Signature at base reads 'Banksy'.
- Banksy has not posted the work on Instagram as of the morning.
- Banksy is known for spontaneous street art in London.
- Artist identity is unconfirmed; Robin Gunningham is a speculated candidate.
- Work may carry a political message about patriotism.
- Location is in Westminster, London.
Entities
Artists
- Banksy
- Robin Gunningham
Institutions
- Artlyst
- Royal Courts of Justice
- Athenaeum Club
- Institute of Contemporary Arts (ICA)
Locations
- London
- United Kingdom
- Waterloo Place
- Westminster
- Bristol
- St James's
- Shaftesbury Avenue
- Bayswater
- Buckingham Palace
- The Mall