A unique lighthouse has recently emerged in Marseille . In an inconspicuous street near the sea, a stencil art piece by the enigmatic street artist Banksy was discovered on May 30, 2025 , after a prolonged period of silence from the artist.
The artwork depicts a dark lighthouse casting a bright white light , accompanied by the phrase in English: “I want to be what you saw in me”. The artist, whose identity remains a mystery, shared a photograph of this creation on his Instagram profile without any additional commentary.
Although Banksy has produced both paintings and sculptures—one of which was sold for over 5 million euros at auction in March—he is predominantly recognized for his provocative stencils found throughout the world’s streets, often creating public hysteria .
“It’s Exciting”
“It’s fascinating that Banksy chose a city like Marseille , which is rich in arts, diverse cultures, and vibrant life,” stated Esteban Roldan , a 42-year-old carpenter living in Marseille , who visited to see the artwork located in a narrow street close to the Catalans beach , near downtown.
“It’s very surprising, and it’s exciting. It was nice to do a little research to discover the location where he made it. I’m happy to have found it,” explained Susan McAllister , a 60-year-old engineering teacher.
“This could have multiple meanings: the interpretation depends on what you believe, how you see things, but it could relate to the image of Marseille,” added this British resident of Marseille, referring to the lighthouse—possibly a nod to this southern French port city.
Banksy’s artworks have garnered tens of millions of dollars, making him one of the most renowned living artists globally. His works often carry powerful and provocative messages on themes such as war —as seen in Ukraine in 2022 — capitalism , social control , and human rights .
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