A mysterious sculpture, depicting a suited man stepping off a plinth with his sight obscured by a flag, appeared in Waterloo Place, St James, central London on Wednesday, 29 April. The artwork bears the signature of elusive street artist Banksy, but he has not yet claimed ownership of the piece on his official website, which is his usual practice.
Evidence of Banksy's Involvement
Evidence suggesting it could be a Banksy includes his previous installation of a statue, 'The Drinker', on Shaftesbury Avenue in 2004, which was later stolen. Banksy, known for his political artworks and anonymity, was reportedly 'unmasked' by Reuters earlier this year, though the alleged individual, Robin Gunningham, has denied being the artist.
Recent Works
His most recent confirmed works include a mural in Bayswater in December 2025 and another depicting a judge and protester on a Royal Courts of Justice building, which was swiftly covered up.
