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Banksy — Love is in the Air (AKA Flower Thrower)
Banksy

Love is in the Air (AKA Flower Thrower)

A masked figure, reminiscent of a rioter or protester, winds up to hurl what is revealed to be a vibrant bouquet of flowers rather than a weapon. Banksy's signature stenciled spray paint technique renders the scene in stark black and white, allowing the colorful blooms to command the viewer's attention. The work is a powerful commentary on peace, resistance, and the transformative potential of choosing beauty over violence.

Medium
spray paint on canvas

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Contemporary Art Day Sale

June 30, 2015

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Banksy, Love is in the Air (AKA Flower Thrower)

A masked figure, reminiscent of a rioter or protester, winds up to hurl what is revealed to be a vibrant bouquet of flowers rather than a weapon. Banksy's signature stenciled spray paint technique renders the scene in stark black and white, allowing the colorful blooms to command the viewer's attention. The work is a powerful commentary on peace, resistance, and the transformative potential of choosing beauty over violence.

Medium
spray paint on canvas
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Stencil Style, Street Art Legend, Stencil Art, Figure Study, Protest Subject, Street Art, Male Artist, Pop Of Color, Spray Paint, British Artist, Contemporary Artist, Muted Tones, Canvas, Spray Paint Medium, Contemporary Era, Defiant Mood, Political Art, Rebellious Mood, Square Format, Irony And Satire, Monochromatic Palette, Protest Theme, Graffiti Movement, Figurative, Street Artist, Black and White

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Adam Piombino, Alex Capecelatro