Lichtenstein adopted the styles and mannerisms of mass market comics, and turned them into a sophisticated commentary on identity and Western values, creating an accessible space for casual viewers of fine art. Along with Andy Warhol, Jasper Johns and Robert Rauschenberg he created what became the Pop Art movement of the 1960s, a direct response to the sensory assault of the New York Abstract Expressionists in the previous decade. This powerful new book is packed with Lichtensteins strident and powerful art.
Lichtenstein adopted the styles and mannerisms of mass market comics, and turned them into a sophisticated commentary on identity and Western values, creating an accessible space for casual viewers of fine art. This powerful new book is packed with his strident and powerful art.
Rosalind Ormiston is a researcher, lecturer and author in art, architecture and design history. She lectures in art and architectural history at Kingston University, London. Her recent publications include Colour Source Book, Alphonse Mucha: Masterworks, Art Deco: The Golden Age of Graphic Art and Illustration; Michelangelo: His Life and Works in 500 Images and Leonardo da Vinci: His Life and Works in 500 Images.
