Banksy Unveils New Sculpture Depicting Politician Blind to Own National Symbol

May 1, 2026 • Al Jazeera

Banksy Unveils New Sculpture Depicting Politician Blind to Own National Symbol

A New Banksy Sculpture Appears in London

A new artwork by the anonymous street artist Banksy has been installed in Waterloo Place, London. The sculpture, which was revealed in a video shared on social media, depicts a man standing on a stone base with his face obscured by a flag.

The location of the installation is not specified in the video, but it appears to be in central London. Fans of Banksy’s work have been drawn to the new piece, which is part of the artist’s tradition of creating anonymous and often provocative works that address social and political issues.

Details about the sculpture are limited, but it is believed to be a recent creation by Banksy. The artist has not publicly identified himself or explained the meaning behind the latest work. However, fans of his art have speculated about the possible themes and messages conveyed through the image.

The video shared on social media shows the installation being revealed for the first time, with many viewers expressing excitement and interest in the new piece. As is typical of Banksy’s work, the location and details of the sculpture are not publicly disclosed until it appears in public view.

Source: Al Jazeera