Banksy Confirms New Statue in Central London

A new statue by Banksy has appeared on Waterloo Place in central London, confirmed by the artist himself on Instagram. The statue depicts a suited man carrying a large flag that obscures his face, reflecting the bronze and granite monuments nearby.

Banksy announced his authorship on April 30, 2026, just a day after the statue was first reported. This latest piece adds to Banksy’s growing presence in London, where he has been increasingly active over the last two years.

Key facts about the statue:

• The statue’s plinth features Banksy’s signature etched into it.
• In summer 2024, Banksy created a series of stencilled animal silhouettes across London.
• In September 2025, he painted an unauthorised mural at the Royal Courts of Justice.

Commentators have expressed mixed reactions to the statue. One said, “I love that he appears when enough time has passed to forget, and arrives with full force unnoticed.” Another remarked on its impact: “As a long-time Banksy collector, this one really hits. Big monument energy, but the idea is brutally simple: a suited figure blinded by its own flag. Classic Banksy. Quiet at first, then impossible to unsee.”

Banksy’s identity has long been shrouded in mystery, leading to extensive speculation about the artist behind the works. This new statue is likely to fuel further discussions regarding both its artistic significance and its message.