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Color Silkscreen Pop Art Lithograph Print Les Levine Canadian Pop Art Portrait
By Les Levine
Located in Surfside, FL
colors (one with mylar collage), on wove paper, by representative artists of the Pop Art period. Cy
Category
1960s Pop Art Abstract Prints
Materials
Lithograph, Screen
Mooseconstrue 1/4 - contemporary, pop art, Canadian, aluminum sculpture
By Charles Pachter
Located in Bloomfield, ON
The unmistakable silhouette of a moose—one of Canada’s iconic images is celebrated in this
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Enamel
H 26.25 in W 8 in D 7 in
O Canada 2, Pop Art Acrylic Painting by Max Epstein
By Max Epstein
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Max Epstein, Canadian (1932 - 2002)
Title: O' Canada 2
Year: 1976
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Category
1970s Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Canadian Post Modern Pop Art Lithograph Vintage Poster Memphis Galerie Maeght
By Jean-Paul Riopelle
Located in Surfside, FL
$7,438,750 (CAD) (including buyer's premium), the second-highest price to date for a Canadian work of art
Category
1970s Pop Art Abstract Prints
Materials
Lithograph, Offset
Moose Plunge (large) - figurative, pop-art, Canadian, aluminum outdoor sculpture
By Charles Pachter
Located in Bloomfield, ON
cliff merges playful, pop art inspiration with deeply iconic Canadian imagery, composed of aluminum with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Canadian Tire 2/4 - abstract, figurative, pop-art, limited giclee print
By Charles Pachter
Located in Bloomfield, ON
This pop art acrylic painting of a ‘Canadian’ tire is by Charles Pachter.
Canada’s much-celebrated
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Prints
Materials
Giclée
Toronto Flag
By Charles Pachter
Located in Toronto, Ontario
epitomizes Pacther’s version of Canadian Pop Art.
Over the course of Pachter's long and fantastic career, he
Category
1970s Pop Art Still-life Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Neville
By Charles Pachter
Located in Toronto, Ontario
epitomizes Pacther’s version of Canadian Pop Art.
Over the course of Pachter's long and fantastic career, he
Category
1970s Pop Art Still-life Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Hockey Knights in Canada, Goalie
By Charles Pachter
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Canada" has become the TTC's most famous and beloved example of public art. It is composed of two groups
Category
1980s Pop Art Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Paper, Pencil
Hockey Knights in Canada, C.
By Charles Pachter
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Canada" has become the TTC's most famous and beloved example of public art. It is composed of two groups
Category
1980s Pop Art Drawings and Watercolor Paintings
Materials
Paper, Pencil
Max Epstein, "Canadian Landscape, " Oil on Canvas, 1976
By Max Epstein
Located in Long Island City, NY
This painting was created by Canadian artist Max Epstein. Epstein's paintings, like this one, often
Category
1970s Pop Art Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
La Isla Bonita - Textural and Sculptural Iconic Pop Art Portrait Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Superman My Hero Forever - Large Original Textural Pop Art Superhero Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
The Most Elegant Marilyn Monroe - Textural Original Pop Art Portrait Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
The Most Powerful Wonder Woman - Large Textural Figurative Pop Art Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Spiderman The Beginning - Original Textural Cartoon 3 Dimension Pop Art Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Purple Rain Prince - Original Painting - 3D Textural Pop Art Portrait Artwork
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Canadian Tribute, Psychedelic Screenprint by Max Epstein
By Max Epstein
Located in Long Island City, NY
Max Epstein, Canadian (1932 - 2002) - Canadian Tribute, Year: 1977, Medium: Screenprint, Signed
Category
1970s Pop Art Abstract Prints
Materials
Screen
The Black Dog Balloon - Minimalist Abstract 3D Textural Black Pop Art Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Max Epstein, "Air Canada, " Acrylic Paint on Canvas, 1976
By Max Epstein
Located in Long Island City, NY
This painting was created by Canadian artist Max Epstein. Epstein's paintings, like this one, often
Category
1970s Pop Art Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Canadian Sunset, Framed Screenprint by Max Epstein
By Max Epstein
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Max Epstein, Canadian (1932 - 2002)
Title: Canadian Sunset
Year: 1977
Medium
Category
1970s Pop Art Landscape Prints
Materials
Screen
Frank Sinatra The Song Is You - Figurative Textural Pop Art Portrait Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Frida Kahlo A Strong Sweetness And Unique Talent - Textured Original Pop Art
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Canadian Club, Serigraph by Jon D'Orazio
Located in Long Island City, NY
Artist: Jon D'Orazio, American (1942 - )
Title: Canadian Club
Year: circa 1979
Medium: Serigraph
Category
1970s Pop Art Abstract Prints
Materials
Screen
Victoria Tennant, National Ballet of Canada Ballerina, signed by Jack Mitchell
By Jack Mitchell
Located in Senoia, GA
11 x 14" vintage silver gelatin photograph of Victoria Tennant, National Ballet of Canada ballerina
Category
1960s Pop Art Black and White Photography
Materials
Silver Gelatin
H 11 in W 14 in D 0.03 in
Jumping Frog Pop Art Print
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Jumping Frog Pop Art Print
Image dimensions 22 H x 18 W
Michael Bedard born in 1949, Canadian
Category
Vintage 1980s Canadian Posters
Materials
Paper
Side By Side 6/8 - bright, colourful, political, flag, Canada, USA, giclée print
By Charles Pachter
Located in Bloomfield, ON
flag are pop icons of Canadian art.
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary Landscape Prints
Materials
Giclée
Aretha Franklin A Star Forever - Figurative Portrait Line Textured Original Art
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Can You See Me Jimi Hendrix - 3D Textured Paint Portrait Original Figurative Art
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Michael Harvey Ceramic Brown Paper Bag Pop Art Sculpture, 1970s
By Michael Harvey
Located in Miami, FL
Authentic pop art crinkled brown paper bag sculpture by Michael Harvey of Canada circa 1970s.
Category
Late 20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Michael Harvey Pop Art Ceramic Sculpture Ribbed Tank Top Vase, 1970s
By Michael Harvey
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
1970s. This unique pop art sculpture, with incredible attention to detail, is not just decorative but
Category
Vintage 1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Clay
Michael Harvey Ceramic Brown Paper Bag with Handles Pop Art Sculpture, 1970s
By Michael Harvey
Located in Miami, FL
Authentic pop art brown paper bag sculpture with twine handles by Michael Harvey of Canada circa
Category
Late 20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
H 8.75 in W 4.5 in D 3 in
Postmodern Brown Faux Leather Tongue Chair Attributed Jaymar Pop Art Chair
By Jaymar
Located in Topeka, KS
cantilevered Pop Art chair. It’s fully upholstered in a fabulous dark chocolate brown faux leather and it’s
Category
Late 20th Century Canadian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 30 in W 35.5 in D 31.5 in
Pure and Love Dog Balloon - White Minimalist Abstract 3D Textural Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that defy traditional pictorial
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
I Am Blue, No I Am Purple Dog Balloon - Minimalist Abstract 3D Textural Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Pink and Lavender Dog Balloon - Minimalist Abstract 3D Textural Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Muhammad Ali the King of the Ring - Abstract Figurative 3D Textural Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Legend in Light and Shadow: Marilyn Monroe - Figurative Abstract 3D Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Come with Me Breakfast at Tiffany's - Audrey Hepburn 3D Textural Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Come Together: The Beatles Story - Large Figurative Abstract 3D Blue Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
My Favorite Candy Forever - Colorful Textural Abstract 3D Candy Food Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Dog Balloon Iconic Forever - Minimalist Abstract 3D Textural Colorful Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Animal Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Snoopy and His Friends - Minimalist Abstract 3D Textural Colorful Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
The Poetry of Life - Minimalist Abstract 3D Textural Blue Spiral Wave Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
The Waves and the Life - Minimalist Abstract 3D Textural Blue Circle Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
The Spiral of Life No. 2 - Minimalist Abstract 3D Textural Colorful Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Find Your Dream and Focus - Colorful Abstract 3D Circle Textural Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
My Destiny Takes a Geometrically Surprising Angle - 3D Textural Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic, Glitter
Frank Sinatra Singing In The Rain - Textured Raised Original Painting Portrait
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Marilyn Monroe The Smile Is Forever - Textural Colorful Square Portrait Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Little Girl with the Love Balloon Explosion - Textural Original Figure Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Portrait Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Fragrance in Illusion: Chanel No. 3 Reinvented - Textural Abstract 3D Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Unique Mid-Century Modern Pop Art Metal Tubular Pillar Floor or Accent Lamp
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This Mid-Century Modern or Pop Art styled floor lamp is unsigned, but presumed to have originated
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Blue Barn Green Field (Large) - landscape, contemporary, acrylic on canvas
By Charles Pachter
Located in Bloomfield, ON
of the Queen, moose, barn and maple leaf flag are pop icons of Canadian art. Pachter was born in
Category
2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic Polymer
Vortex of the Heart - Large Colorful Abstract 3D Textural Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Infinite Embrace - Large Vibrant Abstract 3D Textural Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Eternal Cycle - Large Vibrant Abstract 3D Textural Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Cosmic Dance Connects Everything In The Universe - Abstract 3D Textural Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
The Center of Life - Minimalist Abstract Geometric 3D Textural Colorful Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
California Wave - Minimalist Abstract 3D Textural Blue Ocean Inspired Painting
By Virginie Schroeder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backgrounds, Canadian artist Virginie Schroeder creates pop art portraits and iconic pop culture imagery that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic, Glitter
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- What is Pop art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Pop art is a movement, started in the 1950s, that uses imagery from popular culture.
- Who is the father of Pop art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Opinions vary on who the father of Pop art may be. Pop art emerged in the 1950s in Britain and flourished in 1960s-era America as a reaction to postwar mass consumerism. Some argue that Andy Warhol deserves the title because he helped shape the movement during the 1960s. However, other artists like Eduardo Paolozzi and Richard Hamilton began producing what’s now considered Pop art a decade earlier. Other artists who made important contributions to Pop art include Marta Minujín, Claes Oldenburg, Rosalyn Drexler, James Rosenquist, Peter Blake and Roy Lichtenstein. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Pop Art.
- Why did Pop art start?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Pop art started because artists sought to react to the mass consumerism of the 1950s with the goal of putting popular culture on the same level as so-called high culture. Works associated with Pop art are distinguished by their bold imagery, bright colors and seemingly commonplace subject matter. Practitioners endeavored to challenge the status quo. Pop artists broke with the perceived elitism of the previously dominant Abstract Expressionism and made pointed statements about current events. 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, but Pop art is perhaps most closely identified with American Pop artists Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Pop art.
- Why is it called Pop art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024The reason why it is called Pop art is that artists who participated in the movement drew inspiration from popular, or "pop," culture. One of the most influential contemporary art movements, Pop art emerged in the 1950s. Its practitioners sought to challenge the status quo, breaking with the perceived elitism of the previously dominant Abstract Expressionism and making statements about current events. They 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. Pop art works are distinguished by their bold imagery, bright colors and seemingly commonplace subject matter. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of Pop art.
- Is Pop Art postmodern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Yes, Pop art is considered postmodern.
- What influenced Pop Art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Pop art was influenced by advertising and other forms of mass marketing
- What is British Pop art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024British Pop art is a style of art that emerged in the United Kingdom during the 1950s. British artist 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, which reacted to the period's consumerism. Its goal was to put popular culture on the same level as so-called high culture. Although British artists launched the Pop art 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. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Pop art.
- What does pop art mean?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Pop art refers to a movement that emerged during the mid- to late-1950s. It is art based on popular culture and mass media and works to critique traditional fine art values. Find many different works under the Pop art category on 1stDibs.Irena Orlov ArtMarch 1, 2021It emerged in 1950 in United States and England. It is characterized by using images as objects of popular culture or everyday life, obtained from the media. Through irony, it reflected the society of the time, marked by consumerism, materialism, the cult of image and fashion.
- Who was the founder of Pop art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024There was no single founder of Pop art, as many artists contributed to the development of the movement. Richard Hamilton’s 1956 collage Just what is it that makes today’s homes so different, so appealing? is widely believed to have kickstarted the unconventional new style. Although Hamilton and other British artists launched the movement, they were soon overshadowed by their American counterparts.
Pop art is perhaps most closely identified with American artist Andy Warhol, whose clever appropriation of motifs and images helped to transform the artistic style into a lifestyle. Roy Lichtenstein was another prominent American Pop artist. 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. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Pop art. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Opinions vary as to what the most famous piece of Pop art is. Two major contenders for the title are Andy Warhol's 1961–62 series Campbell's Soup Cans and Roy Lichtenstein's 1963 diptych painting Whaam!. Other notable Pop art works include A Bigger Splash by David Hockney, Flag by Jasper Johns, Crying Girl by Roy Lichtenstein, Radiant Baby by Keith Haring, the Marilyn Triptych by Andy Warhol, and Spoonbridge and Cherry by Claes Oldenburg. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Pop art.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019Artists in the United Kingdom started the Pop art movement 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. London-born artist Richard Hamilton is widely believed to have had a pioneering role in Pop art, which drew on imagery from popular culture - comic books, advertising, product packaging and other commercial media - to create paintings and sculptures that celebrated ordinary life in the most literal way. Although British artists launched the movement, they were soon overshadowed by their American counterparts. Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein and Rosalyn Drexler are some of the American artists associated with the history of Pop art. Find original Pop art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Who is considered the father of Pop art is open for debate. Some experts give the title to Andy Warhol, whose clever appropriation of motifs and images helped to transform the artistic style into a lifestyle. Others may argue that Roy Lichtenstein deserves the credit, as his work drawing from print media helped to define the style. Another potential candidate is Richard Hamilton, whose 1956 collage Just what is it that makes today's homes so different, so appealing? is widely believed to have kickstarted the Pop art movement. Shop a diverse assortment of Pop art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The bright colors and graphic patterns and imagery of Pop art continue to influence fashion, prompting the industry’s designers to integrate provocative color pairings and visuals commonly associated with mass media and advertising into their garments. You can see examples of this in iconic pieces by Pierre Cardin, Mary Quant and Vivienne Westwood as well as in the work of many contemporary designers. Specifically, the well-known portraits that Andy Warhol created of celebrities and pop culture figures made their way into fashion by designers who incorporated images of popular celebrities into their clothing designs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Andy Warhol is one of the most famous Pop artists.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Roy Lichtenstein painted Pop art to comment on geopolitical and social issues of his time. He patterned his work off of mass media like advertising and comic books to help convey his messages. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Roy Lichtenstein art.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Roy Lichtenstein started producing Pop art in the 1950s. His work drew inspiration from advertisements and comic books. In the 1960s, his work became widely known, and today, historians credit him with greatly influencing the Pop art movement. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Roy Lichtenstein art.
- Is Alex Katz's style Pop art?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Yes, Alex Katz's style is Pop art. During the 1950s, he experimented with collage and painting on aluminum sheets, with his later work in the 1960s drawing inspiration from film and advertising. In the 1970s, Katz expanded into portrait groups that regularly depicted the cultural scene of New York. In the 1980s, he extended his focus to fashion and its supermodels. These sources of inspiration align with Pop art's focus on transforming elements of popular culture into fine art. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Alex Katz art.