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🕊️ The Knotted Gun: A Global Symbol of Peace at the UN 🌍

🕊️ The Knotted Gun: A Global Symbol of Peace at the UN 🌍

Standing boldly outside the United Nations headquarters in New York City, ‘The Knotted Gun’ sculpture isn’t just art – it’s a call to action. Created by Swedish artist Carl Fredrik Reuterswärd in 1980, this bronze revolver with its barrel twisted into a knot was born from grief: a response to the tragic murder of Beatles legend John Lennon. 🔫➡️🎀

Officially titled ‘Non-Violence,’ the sculpture has become a universal emblem for peace, urging nations to ‘choose dialogue over destruction’. 🌐✨ Its location at the UN’s doorstep reminds diplomats and visitors alike of the organization’s mission to prevent conflict.

Fun fact? The artwork’s popularity has spawned replicas worldwide, from Luxembourg to South Africa. 📍 Whether you’re a ‘Imagine’ fan or a global peace advocate, this iconic piece bridges art and activism – proving creativity can spark change. 🎨✌️

(Photo: CGTN reporter Zhang Jin, 2019)

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