Man Throwing Flowers by Banksy
The mural depicts a masked protester in dynamic pose, captured just before hurling a bouquet of flowers. The figure is rendered in black and white against the concrete barrier, while the bright red and yellow flowers create a striking contrast.
The piece was painted in 2003 on the West Bank Barrier near Beit Sahour during tensions over the wall's construction. Banksy created multiple versions of this image at different locations, transforming it into a symbol of nonviolent resistance in the region.
The image draws from 1960s peace movements and combines protest gestures with symbols of hope. The masked figure represents nonviolent resistance and speaks to visitors seeking reconciliation in a region marked by conflict.
The mural is accessible on the barrier in Beit Sahour and best viewed during daylight hours. Visitors should respect the local community and be mindful of the region's sensitive political context.
Banksy originally created the image in 1999 and refined it over the years before painting the wall mural in 2003. Printed versions became collector's items, with one variant selling for over fifty thousand pounds at auction in 2023.
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