Modern Art Poster

1967

Roy Lichtenstein

Associated Names
Roy Lichtenstein

Artist, American, 1923 - 1997

Leo Castelli Gallery

Publisher

The image displays a composition of bold, geometric shapes and lines, creating an abstract design. Both curved and straight lines intersect across the canvas, forming patterns and segments. On the left, a face with exaggerated features reminiscent of a statue or a classical figure is depicted with dotted patterns and strong outlines. To the right, arcs and fan-like shapes emerge, evoking the sensation of a sunrise or sunburst. Various elements may suggest architectural details, such as columns and scrolls, while contrasting colors like yellow, red, and blue add vibrancy to the abstract representation.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    color screenprint on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Transfer from the National Gallery of Art Library

  • Dimensions

    overall: 20.3 x 27.6 cm (8 x 10 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1995.64.1

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Corlett/Fine 2002, no. II.8

  • Copyright

    © Estate of Roy Lichtenstein

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

2002

  • Corlett, Mary Lee, and Ruth E. Fine. The Prints of Roy Lichtenstein: A Catalogue Raisonné 1948-1997. New York and Washington, D.C.: Hudson Hills Press and the National Gallery of Art, 2002, no. II.8.

Inscriptions

upper left verso in ink: Roy Lichtenstein / opening Oct 28, 1967 / at / Leo Castelli / 4 E. 77 N.Y.C. 10021

Wikidata ID

Q75393756

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