‘Flower Thrower’, also known as ‘Love Is In The Air’, is one of Banksy’s most iconic and widely recognised pieces, representing the convergence of two themes: street fighting and peace. Created in 2003 on the West Bank Wall in Jerusalem, it depicts an activist throwing a bouquet of flowers as a Molotov cocktail in an unexpected and pacifist manner. The juxtaposition of a symbol of peace, like flowers, being used as a weapon against rioters, challenges traditional notions of conflict and resistance.

By incorporating the image of an activist utilising a peaceful gesture in a zone of intense war conflict, Banksy presents a powerful message of love and activism. The artwork symbolises the desire for positive change and the rejection of violence as a means to achieve it. It highlights the potential of peaceful protest and advocates for a shift in the approach to addressing issues such as capitalism and military regimes.