Carl Fredrik Reutersvärd describes his thought behind the artwork "Non-Violence" with these words: "Humor is the best tool we have to bring people together. When I created my peace symbol, I thought about how important it was to include some humor, just so that my 'weapon' would become symbolically ridiculous and completely useless."

At the Skissernas Museum in Lund, there is a sketch for the first Non-Violence sculpture where Reuterswärd noted that it was the grief after the murder of John Lennon in 1980 that inspired him to create the artwork. Since then, the sculpture has been varied in a multitude of sculpture models and drawings, becoming an international symbol for peace and non-violence.

Art has always been a powerful medium for conveying emotions, ideas, and societal messages. "Non-Violence" by Carl Fredrik Reutersvärd is more than just an artwork; it is a testament to the power of creativity and the indomitable will of the human spirit in the face of violence. This iconic sculpture challenges viewers to reconsider their perceptions of violence and, with humor as its weapon, reminds them of the importance of peaceful coexistence.