Banksy Tile ‘Flowerthrower’

Description

The artwork “Love Is In The Air”, also known as “Flower Thrower” or “Rage”, was created by Banksy in 2003 as a stencil mural in Beit Sahour in the West Bank. It depicts a masked man throwing a bouquet of flowers, similar to throwing a Molotov cocktail.

Although Banksy has made no public statement about this specific work, it is widely interpreted as a powerful call for peace and a critique of violence. The figure’s pose, ready to throw, suggests tension and resistance, while the bouquet of flowers, rather than an explosive, conveys a message of hope and change. The work is an archetypal example of Banksy’s use of dark humor, satire and his astute commentary on contemporary political and social events.

The image has been recognized and replicated worldwide, and is considered one of Banksy’s most iconic works. By depicting a militant throwing a bouquet of flowers, Banksy replaces the weapon of violence with a symbol of peace, highlighting the absurdity of war and advocating love and harmony.

This work remains a powerful symbol in discussions about war and peace.

Size: 10x10cm