‘Figures with rope (from Surrealist series)’
Lithograph in colors on Arches 88 paper
USA, 1978
Roy Lichtenstein (1923-1997) – American Pop artist
Published by Gemini G.E.L., Los Angles, with their blindstamps
Signed, dated and numbered in lower right side
From an edition of 38
Inkstamp on verso ‘Gemini G.E.L. Inc.’ in lower left corner of verso
For reference, see Corlett, 152
Sheet dimensions: 21 ¾ x 29 ¾ in; 55.3 x 75.6 cm
Framed dimensions: 29 x 37 x 1 3/8 in
Very good
Estimate: $22,000-26,000
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In the 1970s, Lichtenstein began painting "surrealist" compositions inspired by Magritte. Unlike early prints where Lichtenstein used photographic and mechanical processes to obtain the clean, mechanized look, for the Surrealist Series, he drew directly on the plates and stones. In “Figures with Rope” Lichtenstein plays with the tropes of Surrealism, and in particular the visual vocabulary of early Picasso.

Roy Lichtenstein (American, 1923-1997)

One of the best known representatives of Pop Art alongside Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein is best known for his comic book-like images. Taking inspiration from everyday life, the mass media, advertising and consumerism, his illustrations are often outlined in black and designed in primary colors. A solo show of such works at the Leo Castelli Gallery in 1962 garnered him critical acclaim. Lichtenstein exhibited at the documenta in Kassel in 1968 and 1977. In addition to paintings he created screen and woodblock prints, collages, ceramics and sculptures. A very prolific, celebrated, and sought-after artist, Lichtenstein also created many public sculptures during his lifetime, and his work has been the subject of numerous international retrospectives.

Condition

Faint soiling on margin edges, otherwise very good condition.

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