Silence at Sharpeville 1962

"Silence at Sharpeville" is a 1962 abstract painting by Jimmy Ernst. The artwork evokes a sense of tension and tragedy, reflecting the events of the Sharpeville massacre, which occurred in 1960. It is made up of layered, crisscrossing lines in various shades of blue, red, yellow, and green. These lines create an overall impression of a shattered or broken cityscape, symbolizing the devastation and disruption caused by the massacre. The artwork's abstract style allows for individual interpretation while conveying a powerful message about the impact of political violence.