Brushstroke with Spatter

Roy Lichtenstein

Created:
Movement:
1966
Pop Art
key Notes:
Pop Art, Abstract Expressionism
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Dimensions:
172.7 × 203.2 cm (68 × 80 in.)
medium:
Oil and Magna on canvas
Difficulty:
Easy
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Roy Lichtenstein's "Brushstroke with Spatter" (1966)

"Brushstroke with Spatter" is a notable work by Roy Lichtenstein, created in 1966 using oil and Magna on canvas. This painting exemplifies Lichtenstein's exploration of the brushstroke as a subject, a recurring theme in his oeuvre that challenges traditional notions of artistic expression. By employing a comic strip aesthetic, Lichtenstein transforms the brushstroke into a mechanized and impersonal motif, reflecting his interest in the intersection of fine art and popular culture. The work is significant in the context of the Pop Art movement, of which Lichtenstein was a leading figure, as it critiques the gestural brushwork associated with Abstract Expressionism. Lichtenstein's innovative use of Ben-Day dots and bold lines in this piece underscores his role in redefining the boundaries between high art and mass media. Born in 1923, Lichtenstein's contributions to art continue to influence contemporary artists and the discourse surrounding visual culture.

Description of the work:

Brushstroke with Spatter by Roy Lichtenstein

Created in 1966, "Brushstroke with Spatter" by Roy Lichtenstein employs Oil and Magna on canvas to explore the theme of the artist's gesture through a stylized, comic book-inspired aesthetic. This work exemplifies Lichtenstein's Pop Art style, characterized by bold colors and graphic lines, and is part of the collection at the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Brushstroke with Spatter