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In The Flowers Gun , Van Apple repurposes a universal symbol of violence—the revolver—to create a resolutely peaceful and poetic work. The sculpture, chrome-plated or gilded depending on the version, represents a firearm whose barrel releases a vibrant bouquet of flowers, in colored resin or metal, symbolizing beauty, life, and hope. True to his contemporary pop art style, Van Apple blends visual provocation with a committed message: here, the artist invites us to disarm the world through culture, love, and nature. The Flowers Gun is not just an aesthetic object; it is a manifesto against violence, a celebration of peace, and a call to wonder in a world too often dominated by brutality. With this strong and bold work, Van Apple continues his work on contrasts and the diversion of objects, offering a piece that leaves no one indifferent.

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This iconic sculpture by Diederick Van Apple is part of the Art Against War collection, a committed series that diverts the imagery of weapons to offer an artistic and pacifist interpretation. The weapon displays a striking contrast between a textured gold stock and a barrel covered in a delicate floral pattern, symbolizing the duality between violence and beauty. The whole rests on an elegant black base, accentuating its sculptural and conceptual character. With this work, the artist plays on the codes of luxury and pop culture to invite a reflection on war and peace.

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