The latest genuine Banksy is in London. Just went up under cover of darkness in the early hours of Wednesday morning. The figure, mounted on a plinth, is a man in a suit carrying a flag which has blown across his face, leaving him sightlessly stepping off a ledge. A commentary on politicians blinded by nationalism leading to disaster? It has taken its place in an area full of imperial monuments. Banksy won’t tell, though he does take credit for the work, admitting it was his. Pretty impressive installation team, referred to by one man as operating at a level similar to those who can set up a Metallica concert in 24 hours.
Westminster authorities not consulted, obviously, but seem to have no plans to remove it. Meanwhile we and many others head down to Waterloo Place to admire the new statue and take its picture.
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