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POP ART STYLE

Perhaps one of the most influential contemporary art movements, Pop art emerged in the 1950s. In stark contrast to traditional artistic practice, its practitioners drew on imagery from popular culture — comic books, advertising, product packaging and other commercial media — to create original Pop art paintings, prints and sculptures that celebrated ordinary life in the most literal way.

ORIGINS OF POP ART

CHARACTERISTICS OF POP ART 

  • Bold imagery
  • Bright, vivid colors
  • Straightforward concepts
  • Engagement with popular culture 
  • Incorporation of everyday objects from advertisements, cartoons, comic books and other popular mass media

POP ARTISTS TO KNOW

ORIGINAL POP ART ON 1STDIBS

The Pop art movement started in the United Kingdom as a reaction, both positive and critical, to the period’s consumerism. Its goal was to put popular culture on the same level as so-called high culture.

Richard Hamilton’s 1956 collage Just what is it that makes today’s homes so different, so appealing? is widely believed to have kickstarted this unconventional new style.

Pop art works are distinguished by their bold imagery, bright colors and seemingly commonplace subject matter. Practitioners sought to challenge the status quo, breaking with the perceived elitism of the previously dominant Abstract Expressionism and making statements about current events. Other key characteristics of Pop art include appropriation of imagery and techniques from popular and commercial culture; use of different media and formats; repetition in imagery and iconography; incorporation of mundane objects from advertisements, cartoons and other popular media; hard edges; and ironic and witty treatment of subject matter.

Although British artists launched the movement, they were soon overshadowed by their American counterparts. Pop art is perhaps most closely identified with American Pop artist Andy Warhol, whose clever appropriation of motifs and images helped to transform the artistic style into a lifestyle. Most of the best-known American artists associated with Pop art started in commercial art (Warhol made whimsical drawings as a hobby during his early years as a commercial illustrator), a background that helped them in merging high and popular culture.

Roy Lichtenstein was another prominent Pop artist that was active in the United States. Much like Warhol, Lichtenstein drew his subjects from print media, particularly comic strips, producing paintings and sculptures characterized by primary colors, bold outlines and halftone dots, elements appropriated from commercial printing. Recontextualizing a lowbrow image by importing it into a fine-art context was a trademark of his style. Neo-Pop artists like Jeff Koons and Takashi Murakami further blurred the line between art and popular culture.

Pop art rose to prominence largely through the work of a handful of men creating works that were unemotional and distanced — in other words, stereotypically masculine. However, there were many important female Pop artists, such as Rosalyn Drexler, whose significant contributions to the movement are recognized today. Best known for her work as a playwright and novelist, Drexler also created paintings and collages embodying Pop art themes and stylistic features.

Read more about the history of Pop art and the style’s famous artists, and browse the collection of original Pop art paintings, prints, photography and other works for sale on 1stDibs.

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Style: Pop Art
Saguaro Sunrise, Original Painting
Saguaro Sunrise, Original Painting

Saguaro Sunrise, Original Painting

By John Jaster

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
Tall Saguaro cacti dot a hilly southwestern landscape. The rising sun casts long, dramatic shadows that stretch across the terrain. Bright reds, blues, and yell...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art

Materials

Acrylic

Grey Suds
Grey Suds

Grey Suds

By Ed Ruscha

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Ed Ruscha (b. 1937) is known internationally for his blending of conceptual approaches with pop sensibilities. Today he is firmly established as a leading figure in American 20th cen...

Category

1970s Pop Art

Materials

Screen

Balloon Dog L (After Jeff Koons ) - Silver Resin Sculpture, Limited Edition
Balloon Dog L (After Jeff Koons ) - Silver Resin Sculpture, Limited Edition

Balloon Dog L (After Jeff Koons ) - Silver Resin Sculpture, Limited Edition

By After Jeff Koons

Located in Pampilhosa da Serra, PT

A rare and highly collectible limited re-edition of the iconic “Balloon Dog” sculpture, produced in an exclusive edition of only 500 pieces, following the immensely popular original ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art

Materials

Resin

Quiet Lake, Peter Max
Quiet Lake, Peter Max

Peter MaxQuiet Lake, Peter Max, 2000

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Quiet Lake, Peter Max

By Peter Max

Located in Fairfield, CT

Artist: Peter Max (1937) Title: Quiet Lake Year: 2000 Edition: 306/500, plus proofs Medium: Lithograph on Lustro Saxony paper Size: 7.375 x 8.5 inches Condition: Excellent Inscriptio...

Category

Early 2000s Pop Art

Materials

Lithograph

The souper dress
The souper dress

The souper dress

By Andy Warhol

Located in Jerusalem, IL

A wonderful piece of unknown edition by Andy Warhol. A silkscreen print on a Cellulose and Cotton dress. Fearing the artist's trade mark Campbell's soup can. In very good condition.

Category

1960s Pop Art

Materials

Textile, Screen

Black and White Marilyn  - Signed limited edition Pop Art - Marilyn Monroe
Black and White Marilyn  - Signed limited edition Pop Art - Marilyn Monroe

Black and White Marilyn - Signed limited edition Pop Art - Marilyn Monroe

By BATIK

Located in London, GB

Black And White Marilyn Oversize Signed limited edition - Pop Art - Marilyn Monroe by the London based contemporary pop art image creator and artist, BATIK. Measures approximatel...

Category

2010s Pop Art

Materials

Archival Pigment, Black and White

"Pink Coast."
"Pink Coast."

"Pink Coast."

By Evgeniya Brits

Located in Zofingen, AG

A picturesque corner of the Spanish coastline filled with the scent of flowers, warm sea air, and the glowing colors of a southern sunset. A white casa surrounded by roses and palm t...

Category

2010s Pop Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic, Lacquer

In Arms - Original Colorful Mixed Media Abstract Vibrant Spontaneous Art
In Arms - Original Colorful Mixed Media Abstract Vibrant Spontaneous Art

In Arms - Original Colorful Mixed Media Abstract Vibrant Spontaneous Art

By Jonas Fisch

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Swedish artist Jonas Fisch’s imagery is vibrantly buzzing with colorful commentary on society - past and present - morphed into figures, words, and shapes. His heavily layered canvas...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil Pastel, Mixed Media, Acrylic, Spray Paint, Board

"Blooming Universe."
"Blooming Universe."

"Blooming Universe."

By Evgeniya Brits

Located in Zofingen, AG

A world where every shape, line, and color becomes part of a living whole. The flowers, like tiny universes, fill the tree with life, light, and endless diversity. The painting is a...

Category

2010s Pop Art

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic, Varnish

Growing (Plate 3), from the Growing Portfolio
Growing (Plate 3), from the Growing Portfolio

Growing (Plate 3), from the Growing Portfolio

By Keith Haring

Located in Hollywood, FL

Artist: Keith Haring Title: Growing (Plate 3), from the Growing Portfolio Size: 40 x 30 Inches (76.2 x 101.6 cm) Medium: Screenprint in colors, on Lenox Museum Board, with full mar...

Category

1980s Pop Art

Materials

Screen

Keith Haring's original poster for "Crack Down!" in 1986 - Pop Art
Keith Haring's original poster for "Crack Down!" in 1986 - Pop Art

Keith Haring's original poster for "Crack Down!" in 1986 - Pop Art

By Keith Haring

Located in PARIS, FR

Keith Haring's original poster for "Crack Down!" in 1986 is a powerful artistic statement against the growing drug crisis, particularly that of crack cocaine, which plagued some urban communities in the USA at the time. Haring, an iconic artist of the urban art movement and the fight against AIDS, used his distinctive style of clean lines and energetic shapes to evoke a powerful image. The "Crack Down!" poster features an emaciated, tormented figure, symbolizing the devastation caused by drug addiction. The message is clear and direct, highlighting the ravages of drugs on individuals and communities. Haring created this poster to raise awareness and mobilize the public in the face of this serious social crisis. The impact of the "Crack Down!" poster was not limited to its striking aesthetics, but also helped draw attention to the need for action to combat drugs and their devastating consequences. The work reflects Keith Haring's social commitment, as he used his art to champion important humanitarian causes. To this day, Keith Haring's "Crack Down!" poster remains a powerful symbol of the artist's commitment to social justice and his ability to use art...

Category

1980s Pop Art

Materials

Linen, Paper

ICES Red, Bexhill-on-Sea - Pop Art Typography Photography
ICES Red, Bexhill-on-Sea - Pop Art Typography Photography

ICES Red, Bexhill-on-Sea - Pop Art Typography Photography

By Richard Heeps

Located in Cambridge, GB

ICES Red, bold pop art street photography from Richard Heeps' series, On-Sea. Created as an ode to Richard's childhood visits to his grandparents living on the Sussex coast, the art...

Category

2010s Pop Art

Materials

Photographic Paper, C Print, Color, Silver Gelatin

Vase of Flowers, Peter Max
Vase of Flowers, Peter Max

Vase of Flowers, Peter Max

By Peter Max

Located in Fairfield, CT

Artist: Peter Max (1937) Title: Vase of Flowers Year: 1979 Edition: 138/350, plus proofs Medium: Lithograph on Somerset paper Size: 30 x 22 inches Condition: Excellent Inscription: S...

Category

1970s Pop Art

Materials

Lithograph

Death Paradise (Street Art, Satire, Pop Surrealism, Skeleton, Palm Angels)
Death Paradise (Street Art, Satire, Pop Surrealism, Skeleton, Palm Angels)

Death Paradise (Street Art, Satire, Pop Surrealism, Skeleton, Palm Angels)

By Jan-Frederic Frey

Located in Kansas City, MO

Jan-Frederic Frey Death Paradise (Street Art, Satire, Pop Surrealism, Skeleton, Palm Angels) Giclée / Iris Print on Hahnemuehle Velvet 2020 Size: 23.25 x 23.25 inches (59 cm x 59 cm)...

Category

2010s Pop Art

Materials

Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Giclée

Crowned Jean-Michel - Original Abstract Portrait Figurative Artwork by Gary John
Crowned Jean-Michel - Original Abstract Portrait Figurative Artwork by Gary John

Crowned Jean-Michel - Original Abstract Portrait Figurative Artwork by Gary John

By Gary John

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles street artist Gary John exploded onto the international art scene first during Art Basel Miami in 2013. John’s playfully bold work quickly gained attention and he was nam...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art

Materials

Acrylic, Illustration Board

Nirvana - In Utero (Record Label, Ticket Stubs, Pop Art, Grammy)
Nirvana - In Utero (Record Label, Ticket Stubs, Pop Art, Grammy)

Nirvana - In Utero (Record Label, Ticket Stubs, Pop Art, Grammy)

By Kerry Smith

Located in Kansas City, MO

Kerry Smith Nirvana - In Utero Mixed Media on Crescent board Year: 2022 Size: 12x12in Signed, dated by hand COA provided Ref.: 924802-1630 *Black frame with a mirror-gloss finish av...

Category

2010s Pop Art

Materials

Mixed Media, Acrylic, Gouache, Board

Portrait Baby Punch monkey with his plushie - FRENCH SCHOOL Chut les Barbizons!
Portrait Baby Punch monkey with his plushie - FRENCH SCHOOL Chut les Barbizons!

Portrait Baby Punch monkey with his plushie - FRENCH SCHOOL Chut les Barbizons!

By bazevian animal

Located in Zofingen, AG

Baby Punch monkey with his plushie In the artistic world, animals have always been key protagonists in expressing the power and beauty of the wild. Artists often use animals as symb...

Category

2010s Pop Art

Materials

Glue, Mixed Media, Oil, Spray Paint, Acrylic

"Gold of egypt."
"Gold of egypt."

"Gold of egypt."

By Evgeniya Brits

Located in Zofingen, AG

This painting is an abstract image of palm trees done in mixed media. The work was created using The work was created with acrylic paints using gold leaf. In composition golden shade...

Category

2010s Pop Art

Materials

Canvas, Varnish, Acrylic

Frida Kahlo  . original painting
Frida Kahlo  . original painting

Frida Kahlo . original painting

By Alina O'Dwyer

Located in Zofingen, AG

Frida Kahlo is an iconic Mexican artist and a great inspiration to me. She transformed her personal pain into art, a feat that resonates deeply with me. Her surrealistic artwork is c...

Category

2010s Pop Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Andy Warhol 'Koln Cathedral Blue' 1993- Vintage Pop Art
Andy Warhol 'Koln Cathedral Blue' 1993- Vintage Pop Art

Andy Warhol 'Koln Cathedral Blue' 1993- Vintage Pop Art

By Andy Warhol

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Andy Warhol's Koln Cathedral in blue is part of his later works from the 1980s and early 1990s, reflecting his fascination with iconic imagery and commercial aesthetics. Warhol creat...

Category

1990s Pop Art

Materials

Offset

Summer Glitch - Vibrant Mixed Media Surreal Artwork on Canvas
Summer Glitch - Vibrant Mixed Media Surreal Artwork on Canvas

Summer Glitch - Vibrant Mixed Media Surreal Artwork on Canvas

By Kate Tova

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vibrant, large-scale multimedia artworks incorporate reflective mediums and thick textures in Kate Tova's recent work. Colors splash across the page melding into flourishes of sequins, rhinestones, and glitter. The natural beauty of her subjects is juxtaposed against the "engine of technology" inspiring personal and innovative compositions. Surreal and vibrant, Tova's work thematically and stylistically layers her life experiences. This unique 48 inch square artwork...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

Fun Loving Criminals II by BATIK- Supersize Signed Limited Edition

Fun Loving Criminals II by BATIK- Supersize Signed Limited Edition

By BATIK

Located in London, GB

Fun Loving Criminals II By BATIK- Signed Limited Edition Archival pigment pop art print of infamous criminal arrest mugshots of Fifty Cent, Elvis Presley, David Bowie, Snoop Dog, ...

Category

2010s Pop Art

Materials

Archival Pigment

Scraper, Oil Painting
Scraper, Oil Painting

Scraper, Oil Painting

By Keith Thomson

Located in San Francisco, CA

Artist Comments
A window washer dangles from a skyscraper so reflective it seems less like a building than a very ambitious cloud. What he is thinking is left to the beholder. ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art

Materials

Oil

Demand (We Want Beer) - Abstract Colorful Figurative Mixed Media Art on Paper
Demand (We Want Beer) - Abstract Colorful Figurative Mixed Media Art on Paper

Demand (We Want Beer) - Abstract Colorful Figurative Mixed Media Art on Paper

By Fabio Coruzzi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Italian artist Fabio Coruzzi merges painting and photography into one imaginative image that offers a new outlook on an otherwise ordinary urban scene. His artworks represent an auth...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art

Materials

Paper, Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Gel Pen, Graphite

Once in the desert. original painting
Once in the desert. original painting

Once in the desert. original painting

By Alina O'Dwyer

Located in Zofingen, AG

Once in the Desert This unique artwork celebrates the beauty and powerful character of nature. It captures the essence of the desert, using earthy tones and sand-texture paste to bri...

Category

2010s Pop Art

Materials

Canvas, Oil

"The girl under the oonlight."
"The girl under the oonlight."

"The girl under the oonlight."

By Evgeniya Brits

Located in Zofingen, AG

A delicate female silhouette dissolves into a shimmering space of light and shadow. The painting is filled with a sense of silence, dreaminess, and inner light. 50x40x1,5cm.

Category

2010s Pop Art

Materials

Canvas, Plaster, Lacquer, Acrylic

Liberty Head II
Liberty Head II

Liberty Head II

By Peter Max

Located in Missouri, MO

Peter Max (German, b. 1937) Liberty Head II Signed Lower Right 9.5 x 7.25 inches 23.5 x 21.5 inches with frame Peter Max, born Peter Max Finkelstein, is a multi-dimensional artist ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art

Materials

Acrylic, Lithograph

Marilyn's Flowers II, Pop Art Lithograph by Peter Max

Marilyn's Flowers II, Pop Art Lithograph by Peter Max

By Peter Max

Located in Long Island City, NY

Artist: Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) Title: Marilyn's Flowers II Year: 1981 Medium: Lithograph, signed and numbered in pencil Edition: 165 Image Size: 19 x 23.5 inches

Category

1980s Pop Art

Materials

Lithograph

Pop Art art for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Pop art available for sale on 1stDibs. Works in this style were very popular during the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artists have continued to produce works inspired by this movement. If you’re looking to add art created in this style to introduce contrast in an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include elements of blue, orange, red, purple and other colors. Many Pop art paintings were created by popular artists on 1stDibs, including Jack Mitchell, Andy Warhol, Peter Max, and Heidler & Heeps. Frequently made by artists working with Paint, and Paper and other materials, all of these pieces for sale are unique and have attracted attention over the years. Not every interior allows for large Pop Art, so small editions measuring 0.4 inches across are also available.