A new large sculpture, linked to the mysterious artist Banksy, has appeared in the center of London, in the prestigious St. James's area. It depicts a man in a suit, seemingly stepping forward from a pedestal. In one hand, he holds a flag, but this same flag covers his face, writes the BBC.
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Banksy's representatives reported that the sculpture was installed early Wednesday morning. The bottom of the pedestal bears the signature "Banksy," immediately leading to speculation about its authorship. The artist himself confirmed it only the next day.
The sculpture stands in Waterloo Place, next to monuments to King Edward VII, Florence Nightingale, and the Crimean War memorial. This is a well-known historical site not far from Buckingham Palace.
Banksy is known as an anonymous street artist who most often creates graffiti using stencils. In the past, he already made a sculpture in London — in 2004, his "Drunkard" appeared, which was a parody of Rodin's "The Thinker," but it was quickly stolen.
In recent years, Banksy's works frequently appear in London: murals and drawings with social or political meanings have appeared in various districts. They are usually done secretly, and then the artist confirms authorship.
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