Banksy installs statue of flag-wielding man in central London
Banksy has confirmed he installed a statue in central London depicting a suited man with a flag covering his face, positioned on a plinth near the Mall. The sculpture, signed on the plinth, was placed overnight and resembles the style of nearby historical statues. Commentators have interpreted the piece as a commentary on blind patriotism, while attention has also focused on how the secretive artist managed the installation in a high-security area.
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Banksy installs statue of flag-wielding man in central LondonSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxPublished May 01, 2026, 12:18 AMUpdated May 01, 2026, 12:23 AMListenLONDON, April 30 - Banksy confirmed on Thursday he was behind a large statue depicting a man carrying a flag that has blown into his face on a plinth near the Mall in the ceremonial heart of London.The sculpture, which bears Banksy's signature on the plinth, was dropped into place from a low-loader overnight, according to a video posted on the elusive street artist's Instagram.The suited figure, whose sight is obscured by the flag, has one foot poised over the edge of the plinth, indicating he is just about to step off.It was installed in an area of the British capital that is home to royal palaces and…
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