Pop art is a movement, started in the 1950s, that uses imagery from popular culture.

Who is the father of Pop art?

Opinions 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.

What does pop art mean?

Pop 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.

Who was the founder of Pop art?

There 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.

What is British Pop art?

British 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 influenced Pop Art?

Pop art was influenced by advertising and other forms of mass marketing

Is Pop Art postmodern?

Yes, Pop art is considered postmodern.

Why is it called Pop art?

The 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.

Who is famous for creating Pop art?

Andy Warhol is one of the most famous Pop artists .

How did Pop art influence fashion?

The 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.

What is the most famous piece of Pop art?

Opinions 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.

Who is considered the founder of Pop art?

Who 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.

Is a lithograph an original work of art?

No, a lithograph isn’t technically an original work of art. It’s a type of print, but a lithograph is generally more prized than a common print because each lithograph is hand-made by the artist through the process of lithography. They’re usually made in much lower quantities than prints, which are easier to produce on a large scale. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of lithographs from various artists.

Is Alex Katz's style Pop art?

Yes, 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.

Why did Roy Lichtenstein paint Pop art?

Roy 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.

When did Roy Lichtenstein start Pop art?

Roy 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.

Pop Art Lithograph

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Mel RamosThe Rounder Pop Art Mel Ramos Nude Boxing Print Lithograph blue, 1999

$7,428

The Rounder Pop Art Mel Ramos Nude Boxing Print Lithograph blue

By Mel Ramos

Located in Zug, CH

MEL RAMOS (1935-2018) The Rounder 1999 Lithograph 92.1 x 48.9 cm 36.26 x 19.25 inches Edition of 199 with HC 20 Edition HC 12/20 Signed and numbered in pencil

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20th Century Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

John Altoon 11960's California Pop Art Abstract Expressionist LA Lithograph "About Women", 1965-1966

$1,400

1960's California Pop Art Abstract Expressionist LA Lithograph "About Women"

By John Altoon 1

Located in Surfside, FL

From 1962 to 1963 he produced the pop art Advertising Parodies series and large-scale pastels that explored the figure as represented in the media and pop culture, pulling imagery an...

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1960s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Charles PachterStreetcar Circus 5/20 - figurative, playful, pop-art, editioned lithograph, 1971

$1,500

Streetcar Circus 5/20 - figurative, playful, pop-art, editioned lithograph

By Charles Pachter

Located in Bloomfield, ON

Pachter is a much-admired Canadian artistic polymath, his colourful pop artwork merging playful even irreverent elements with deeply iconic imagery. “….a good art critic would compa...

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1970s Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Lithograph

Michael Knigin"Sonja, After Hirosada" original lithograph pop figure portrait Japan city scape, 1979

$1,750

"Sonja, After Hirosada" original lithograph pop figure portrait Japan city scape

By Michael Knigin

Located in Milwaukee, WI

"Sonja, After Hirosada" is an original color lithograph by Michael Knigin. The artist signed and dated the piece in the lower right and titled/editioned it lower left in graphite. Th...

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1970s Pop Art Portrait Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Michael Knigin"Love Letter, After Kunimasa" original lithograph signed romantic pop art lovely, 1978

$3,000

"Love Letter, After Kunimasa" original lithograph signed romantic pop art lovely

By Michael Knigin

Located in Milwaukee, WI

"Love Letter, After Kunimasa" is a hand-painted lithograph by Michael Knigin. It is signed in the lower right and is edition 16/200. This print is inspired by the Ukiyo-e prints of U...

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1970s Contemporary Portrait Prints

Materials

Lithograph, Ink

Jean DubuffetLine with Five Characters - French Urban Street Art Pop Art, 1981

$16,300

Line with Five Characters - French Urban Street Art Pop Art

By Jean Dubuffet

Located in London, GB

This original screenprint and lithograph is hand signed in pencil by the artist with his initials "J.D." [Jean Dubuffet] at the lower right corner. It is also dated "81" [1981] next ...

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1970s Pop Art Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph, Screen

Michael Knigin"Fabled Ambassador (Bird Suite) " original lithograph bold bald eagle pop signed, 1979

$1,750

"Fabled Ambassador (Bird Suite) " original lithograph bold bald eagle pop signed

By Michael Knigin

Located in Milwaukee, WI

"Fabled Ambassador (Bird Suite)" is an original color lithograph by Michael Knigin. The artist signed the piece in the lower right and wrote the edition number, 148/300, in the lower...

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1970s Pop Art Animal Prints

Materials

Lithograph, Ink

Richard SmithBramble, 1970 abstract lithograph by British Pop art pioneer Signed/N, Framed, 1970

$1,500

Bramble, 1970 abstract lithograph by British Pop art pioneer Signed/N, Framed

By Richard Smith

Located in New York, NY

This vintage 1970s colorful lithograph by British Pop art pioneer Richard Smith is sold floated and framed.

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1970s Abstract Abstract Prints

Materials

Pencil, Lithograph

Tito TopinTopin Tito 1967 Original poster - Tankman - Pop Art, 1967

$514

Topin Tito 1967 Original poster - Tankman - Pop Art

Located in PARIS, FR

Nice poster of Topin Tito from 1967 representing Tankman. Tito Topin is a French graphic designer, writer, illustrator and scriptwriter born on February 23, 1932 in Casablanca, Moroc...

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1960s Pop Art Prints and Multiples

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

George SegalAmerican Pop Art George Segal Color Expressionist Lithograph Woman in Red Kimono, 1985

$1,800

American Pop Art George Segal Color Expressionist Lithograph Woman in Red Kimono

By George Segal

Located in Surfside, FL

Segal’s early work is often treated within the framework of Pop Art, because of the reference to the individual’s position within mass culture and the examination of the relationship...

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1980s American Modern Portrait Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Roy LichtensteinBicentennial Pop Art Screen Print, 1970s, Excellent Condition, 1975

$25,800

Bicentennial Pop Art Screen Print, 1970s, Excellent Condition

By Roy Lichtenstein

Located in New York, NY

The specific information regarding edition will be provided at the time of sale. Please contact the seller for more details. Roy Lichtenstein grounded his profoundly inventive caree...

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1970s Pop Art Abstract Prints

Materials

Lithograph, Screen

Peter MaxDaydreaming, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max, 1980

$2,400

Daydreaming, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max

By Peter Max

Located in Long Island City, NY

Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) - Daydreaming, Year: 1980, Medium: Lithograph, signed and dedicated in marker, Image Size: 18 x 23.5 inches, Size: 21.5 x 27 in. (54.61 x 6...

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1980s Pop Art Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Peter MaxSailboats, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max, 1980

$2,000

Sailboats, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max

By Peter Max

Located in Long Island City, NY

Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) - Sailboats, Year: 1980, Medium: Lithograph, signed and numbered in pencil, Edition: 165, HC 12, Image Size: 18.5 x 20 inches, Size: 21 in. ...

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1980s Pop Art Landscape Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Michael KniginBird, Pop Art Print by Michael Knigin, 1971

$750

Bird, Pop Art Print by Michael Knigin

By Michael Knigin

Located in Long Island City, NY

Bird Michael Knigin, American (1942–2011) Date: 1971 Screenprint, signed and numbered in pencil Edition of 9/100 Image: 28.5 x 17 inches Size: 30.5 x 23 inches

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Early 2000s Pop Art Animal Prints

Materials

Lithograph

John Altoon 1Large 1960's California Pop Art Abstract Expressionist LA Lithograph John Altoon, 1966

$1,375

Large 1960's California Pop Art Abstract Expressionist LA Lithograph John Altoon

By John Altoon 1

Located in Surfside, FL

John Altoon (1925-1969) UNTITLED, 1966, color lithograph, hand signed in pencil and inscribed trail proof II, sheet 29 ¾ x 41 ¼, printed by Gemini G.E.L., with their blind stamp low...

Category

1960s Abstract Expressionist Abstract Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Michael Knigin"East River Dance" original lithograph signed pop art ocean clown fish cityscape, 1978

$2,600

"East River Dance" original lithograph signed pop art ocean clown fish cityscape

By Michael Knigin

Located in Milwaukee, WI

"East River Dance" is an original color lithograph by Michael Knigin. The artist signed the piece in the lower right and wrote the edition number, 77/275, in the lower left corner wi...

Category

1970s Surrealist Animal Prints

Materials

Lithograph, Ink

Robert AndersonWisteria, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Robert Anderson, 1979

$400

Wisteria, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Robert Anderson

By Robert Anderson

Located in Long Island City, NY

Robert Anderson, American (1945 - 2010) - Wisteria, Year: 1979, Medium: Lithograph, signed and numbered in pencil, Edition: 250, AP, Image Size: 19.5 x 15.5 inches, Size: 28 in....

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1970s Pop Art Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Garo Zareh Antreasian"Untitled 1970 C.P. #235" original lithograph abstract pop art signed mellow, 1970

$6,500

"Untitled 1970 C.P. #235" original lithograph abstract pop art signed mellow

By Garo Zareh Antreasian

Located in Milwaukee, WI

"Untitled 1970 C.P. #235" is an original color lithograph with blended ink signed by the artist Garo Zareh Antreasian. It is editioned 10/60 in the center lower left margin with grap...

Category

1970s Abstract Geometric Abstract Prints

Materials

Ink, Lithograph

Peter MaxAlfred (Hitchcock), Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max, 1980

$2,000

Alfred (Hitchcock), Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max

By Peter Max

Located in Long Island City, NY

Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) - Alfred (Hitchcock), Year: 1980, Medium: Lithograph, signed and numbered in pencil, Edition: 165, HC, Image Size: 19.5 x 19 inches, Size: 2...

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1980s Pop Art Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

(after) Andy WarholAndy Warhol-Querelle -Poster-1983- FIRST EDITION Pop Art, 1983

$250

Andy Warhol-Querelle -Poster-1983- FIRST EDITION Pop Art

By (after) Andy Warhol

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Andy Warhol's involvement in movie posters, particularly for "Querelle," directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder, is notable in the context of his broader artistic career. Warhol create...

Category

20th Century Pop Art Prints and Multiples

Materials

Lithograph, Offset

Valerio AdamiUntitled Composition VI (Maeght, Bold Outline, Narrative Figuration), 1976

$148Sale Price|26% Off

Untitled Composition VI (Maeght, Bold Outline, Narrative Figuration)

By Valerio Adami

Located in Kansas City, MO

Valerio Adami Derrière le Miroir 220, Adami lithograph Maeght edition, narrative figuration print, bold outline composition, European pop art lithograph, Galerie Maeght publication, ...

Category

1970s Modern Abstract Prints

Materials

Vellum, Lithograph

Mel RamosMel Ramos, Wonder Woman #3 - Signed Print, Pop Art, 2010

$5,714

Mel Ramos, Wonder Woman #3 - Signed Print, Pop Art

By Mel Ramos

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mel Ramos Wonder Woman #3, 2010 Lithograph in colors 35 4/5 × 29 1/2 in 91 × 75 cm Edition of 199: Hand-signed and numbered Condition: Excellent (sold unframed)

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Roger ShimomuraSuper Buddahead (Pop Art, Social Commentary, Japanese American, 39% OFF), 2012

$1,750Sale Price|39% Off

Super Buddahead (Pop Art, Social Commentary, Japanese American, 39% OFF)

By Roger Shimomura

Located in Kansas City, MO

American Buddahead print, Super Buddahead Shimomura, Roger Shimomura artwork, Japanese American identity art, Asian American stereotype art, Pop art social commentary, ukiyo-e inspir...

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2010s Pop Art Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Roger ShimomuraAmerican Buddahead (Pop Art, Social Commentary, Japanese American, 39% OFF), 2012

$1,750Sale Price|39% Off

American Buddahead (Pop Art, Social Commentary, Japanese American, 39% OFF)

By Roger Shimomura

Located in Kansas City, MO

American Buddahead print, Super Buddahead Shimomura, Roger Shimomura artwork, Japanese American identity art, Asian American stereotype art, Pop art social commentary, ukiyo-e inspir...

Category

2010s Pop Art Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Peter MaxFlower Abstract, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max, 1980

$2,000

Flower Abstract, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max

By Peter Max

Located in Long Island City, NY

Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) - Flower Abstract, Year: 1980, Medium: Lithograph, signed and numbered in pencil, Edition: 165, HC, Image Size: 18 x 23.5 inches, Size: 22 i...

Category

1980s Pop Art Abstract Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Mel RamosMartini Miss, Pop Art Print by Mel Ramos, 2004

$7,500

Martini Miss, Pop Art Print by Mel Ramos

By Mel Ramos

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pin up picture of a woman (in the likeness of Courtney Cox) sitting in a martini glass. In a fine white contemporary frame. Artist: Mel Ramos Title: Martini Miss (Courtney Cox) ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pop Art Nude Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Valerio AdamiUntitled Composition I (Maeght, Bold Outline, ~57% OFF - MUST GO), 1976

$98Sale Price|57% Off

Untitled Composition I (Maeght, Bold Outline, ~57% OFF - MUST GO)

By Valerio Adami

Located in Kansas City, MO

Valerio Adami Derrière le Miroir 220, Adami lithograph Maeght edition, narrative figuration print, bold outline composition, European pop art lithograph, Galerie Maeght publication, ...

Category

1970s Modern Abstract Prints

Materials

Vellum, Lithograph

David HockneyDetail from Pulcinella with Applause Poster, Pop Art, 1982, Excellent, 1982

$450

Detail from Pulcinella with Applause Poster, Pop Art, 1982, Excellent

By David Hockney

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This poster, titled Detail from Pulcinella with Applause, was designed and created by David Hockney for the Young Playwrights Festival held in New York in 1982. Sponsored by the Dram...

Category

20th Century Pop Art Prints and Multiples

Materials

Lithograph

Ana Mercedes HoyosPorcelana del Carbe, Pop Art Still Life Lithograph by Ana Mercedes Hoyos, circa 2005

$850

Porcelana del Carbe, Pop Art Still Life Lithograph by Ana Mercedes Hoyos

By Ana Mercedes Hoyos

Located in Long Island City, NY

Artist: Ana Mercedes Hoyos, Colombian (1942 - ) Title: Porcelana del Carbe Year: circa 2005 Medium: Lithograph, signed and numbered in pencil Edition: 75 Size: 30 x 20 in. (76.2 x ...

Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Still-life Prints

Materials

Lithograph

James Rosenquist1970 James Rosenquist 'Horizon' Pop Art Multicolor, Pink USA Offset Lithograph, 1970

$125

1970 James Rosenquist 'Horizon' Pop Art Multicolor, Pink USA Offset Lithograph

By James Rosenquist

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Paper Size: 21 x 27 inches ( 53.34 x 68.58 cm ) Image Size: 21 x 27 inches ( 53.34 x 68.58 cm ) Framed: No Condition: A: Mint Additional Details: First edition exhibition poste...

Category

1970s Contemporary Prints and Multiples

Materials

Offset

Andy WarholWhat's a Warhol? Offset Lithograph Print, Pop Art, 1990, Unframed, 1990

$100Sale Price|20% Off

What's a Warhol? Offset Lithograph Print, Pop Art, 1990, Unframed

By Andy Warhol

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Paper Size: 24 x 35 inches ( 60.96 x 88.9 cm ) Image Size: 20 x 32 inches ( 50.8 x 81.28 cm ) Framed: No Condition: A-: Near Mint, very light signs of handling Additional Deta...

Category

1990s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Offset

Peter MaxFlower Angel, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max, 1974

$2,000

Flower Angel, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max

By Peter Max

Located in Long Island City, NY

Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) - Flower Angel, Year: 1974, Medium: Lithograph, signed in pencil, Edition: HC 12, Size: 26.5 in. x 20.5 in. (67.31 cm x 52.07 cm)

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1970s Pop Art Portrait Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Peter Max"Peace Corps" Lithographic Poster, Pop Art, Signed, Circa 1970, Circa 1970

$850

"Peace Corps" Lithographic Poster, Pop Art, Signed, Circa 1970

By Peter Max

Located in Astoria, NY

Peter Max (American, b. 1937), "Peace Corps", Lithographic Poster in Colors, circa 1970, titled to top, inscribed and signed "For Alice / Peter Max" lower right, silver-tone frame. ...

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1970s Pop Art Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Joan MelnickCoral 19, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Joan Melnick, circa 1979

$300

Coral 19, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Joan Melnick

By Joan Melnick

Located in Long Island City, NY

Joan Melnick, American (1942 - ) - Coral 19, Year: circa 1979, Medium: Lithograph, signed and numbered in pencil, Edition: 300, AP 30, Size: 29 in. x 21.5 in. (73.66 cm x 54.61 cm)

Category

1970s Pop Art Abstract Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Peter MaxAmerican Woman, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max, 1980

$2,800

American Woman, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max

By Peter Max

Located in Long Island City, NY

Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) - American Woman, Year: 1980, Medium: Lithograph, signed and dedicated in pencil, Image Size: 15.5 x 23 inches, Size: 21 x 27.5 in. (53.34 ...

Category

1980s Pop Art Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Peter MaxBoat Flyer, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max, 1980

$2,000

Boat Flyer, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max

By Peter Max

Located in Long Island City, NY

Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) - Boat Flyer, Year: 1980, Medium: Lithograph, signed and dedicated in marker, Image Size: 18 x 23.5 inches, Size: 21.25 x 26.25 in. (53.98 ...

Category

1980s Pop Art Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Peter MaxPeach Lady, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max, 1973

$2,500

Peach Lady, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max

By Peter Max

Located in Long Island City, NY

Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) - Peach Lady, Year: 1973, Medium: Lithograph, signed and numbered in pencil, Edition: 224/300, Image Size: 22.25 x 17.25 inches, Size: 26 x ...

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1970s Pop Art Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Peter MaxFacing Waves, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max, 1973

$3,000

Facing Waves, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max

By Peter Max

Located in Long Island City, NY

Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) - Facing Waves, Year: 1973, Medium: Lithograph, signed and numbered in pencil, Edition: 227/300, Image Size: 23.25 x 15.25 inches, Size: 26 ...

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1970s Pop Art Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Peter MaxSpring Girl, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max, 1981

$2,400

Spring Girl, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max

By Peter Max

Located in Long Island City, NY

Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) - Spring Girl, Year: 1981, Medium: Lithograph on Arches, signed in pencil, Edition: 165, HC, For Copyright, Image Size: 19 x 25 inches, Size:...

Category

1980s Pop Art Portrait Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Michael KniginThe Search, Pop Art Print by Michael Knigin, 2002

$750

The Search, Pop Art Print by Michael Knigin

By Michael Knigin

Located in Long Island City, NY

The Search Michael Knigin, American (1942–2011) Date: 2002 Screenprint, signed and numbered in pencil Edition of 14/90 Image: 22 x 16 inches Size: 30 x 22 in. (76.2 x 55.88 cm)

Category

Early 2000s Pop Art Animal Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Bernard RancillacSuite No. 8 - Rencontres (Narrative Figuration, Pop Art, French Contemporary), 1964

$188Sale Price|51% Off

Suite No. 8 - Rencontres (Narrative Figuration, Pop Art, French Contemporary)

By Bernard Rancillac

Located in Kansas City, MO

Bernard Rancillac Suite No. 8 - Rencontres (Narrative Figuration, Pop Art, French Contemporary) 1964 Color Lithograph Size: 12.68 × 19.21 inches (32.2 x 48.8 cm) Edition: 1,500 Publi...

Category

1960s Pop Art Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Takashi MurakamiTAKASHI MURAKAMI: Clairvoyance - Hand signed & numbered. Superflat, Pop Art, 2016

$3,485 / item

TAKASHI MURAKAMI: Clairvoyance - Hand signed & numbered. Superflat, Pop Art

By Takashi Murakami

Located in Madrid, Madrid

Similar Styles and Artists: KAWS, Damien Hirst, Bearbrick, Andy Warhol, Keith Haring, Shepard Fairey (OBEY), Javier Calleja. Pop Art, Contemporary Art, Anime

Category

2010s Pop Art Figurative Prints

Materials

Varnish, Lithograph, Offset

Takashi MurakamiTAKASHI MURAKAMI: Phantasma - Hand signed & numbered. Superflat, Pop Art, 2016

$3,057 / item

TAKASHI MURAKAMI: Phantasma - Hand signed & numbered. Superflat, Pop Art

By Takashi Murakami

Located in Madrid, Madrid

Develops a new artistic style he calls "Superflat" which is characterized by the bi-dimensionality and the fusion of traditional Japanese art, anime, manga and Pop Art. Soon he begin...

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2010s Pop Art Figurative Prints

Materials

Varnish, Lithograph, Offset

Charles PachterNoblesse Oblige 1/1 (Nobility Obliges) - pop-art, Canadiana, lithograph print, 1970

$8,500

Noblesse Oblige 1/1 (Nobility Obliges) - pop-art, Canadiana, lithograph print

By Charles Pachter

Located in Bloomfield, ON

A portrait of a Canadian Mountie and his horse are the subject of this unique 1970 print (edition 1 of 1) by Charles Pachter. The French titling of the work Noblesse Oblige 1/1 trans...

Category

1970s Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Lithograph, Screen

James McMullanReturn to Oz, psychedelic 1967 pop art vintage poster, 1967

$780

Return to Oz, psychedelic 1967 pop art vintage poster

By James McMullan

Located in Spokane, WA

Original poster: HEAD OUT TO OZ, artist: James McMullan. Size 24" x 37". Rolled, Not folded; very good to excellent lithograph condition. Year: 1966 or 1967 Psychedelic desi...

Category

1960s Pop Art Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Robert LongoRick, from: Men in the Cities - American Pop Art, 1994

$46,000

Rick, from: Men in the Cities - American Pop Art

By Robert Longo

Located in London, GB

This original lithograph is hand signed in pencil by the artist “Robert Longo” at the lower right corner. It is also dated “94” [1994] next to the signature. It is hand numbered 1 i...

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1990s Pop Art Figurative Prints

Materials

Wove Paper, Lithograph

Peter MaxTHE WHITE HOUSE FELLOWS Rare Art Poster, Washington DC, Pop Art Rainbow Colors, 1995

$730

THE WHITE HOUSE FELLOWS Rare Art Poster, Washington DC, Pop Art Rainbow Colors

By Peter Max

Located in Union City, NJ

THE WHITE HOUSE FELLOWS is a vintage, rare fine art poster by the renowned American Pop artist, Peter Max. THE WHITE HOUSE FELLOWS was created in 1995 in celebration of 30 Years of T...

Category

1990s Pop Art Landscape Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Valerio Adamioriginal lithograph, 1970

$100

original lithograph

By Valerio Adami

Located in Henderson, NV

Medium: original lithograph. Printed in 1970 for the art revue Derriere le Miroir (issue number 188) and published in Paris by Maeght. Size: 15 x 11 inches (380 x 278 mm). Not signed...

Category

1970s Pop Art Prints and Multiples

Materials

Lithograph

Valerio Adamioriginal lithograph, 1970

$100

original lithograph

By Valerio Adami

Located in Henderson, NV

Medium: original lithograph. Printed in 1970 for the art revue Derriere le Miroir (issue number 188) and published in Paris by Maeght. Size: 15 x 11 inches (380 x 278 mm). There is t...

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1970s Pop Art Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

James RosenquistBrighter than the Sun, James Rosenquist: colorful abstract pop art rainbow, 1972

$2,500

Brighter than the Sun, James Rosenquist: colorful abstract pop art rainbow

By James Rosenquist

Located in New York, NY

A classic composition in a rainbow of colors from the master of Pop Art. Printed on German Copperplate paper measuring 28 x 38 in. / 71.1 x 96.5 cm, with an image size of 19 x 29.2 ...

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Late 20th Century Pop Art Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

James RosenquistBrighter than the Sun, James Rosenquist: colorful abstract pop art rainbow, 1972

$2,500

Brighter than the Sun, James Rosenquist: colorful abstract pop art rainbow

By James Rosenquist

Located in New York, NY

A classic composition in a rainbow of colors from the master of Pop Art. Printed on German Copperplate paper measuring 28 x 38 in. / 71.1 x 96.5 cm, with an image size of 19 x 29.2 ...

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Late 20th Century Pop Art Prints and Multiples

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Lithograph

Jesus and Judas (Street Art, Pop Art, Contemporary Pop, Barry McGee, Sprayer), 2004

$999Sale Price|33% Off

Jesus and Judas (Street Art, Pop Art, Contemporary Pop, Barry McGee, Sprayer)

Located in Kansas City, MO

Unknown (In the style of Barry McGee) Judas and Jesus (The last Supper) Lithograph Edition: 4/8 Signed, numbered, dated and inscribed by the artist Size: 30 x 22.5 inches Gallery COA...

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Early 2000s Street Art Still-life Prints

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Lithograph

Takashi MurakamiTAKASHI MURAKAMI - MIYABI: KŌRIN Pop Art. Japanese Traditional Flowers, 2020

$6,028

TAKASHI MURAKAMI - MIYABI: KŌRIN Pop Art. Japanese Traditional Flowers

By Takashi Murakami

Located in Madrid, Madrid

Similar Styles and Artists: KAWS, Damien Hirst, Bearbrick, Andy Warhol, Keith Haring, Shepard Fairey (OBEY), Javier Calleja. Pop Art, Contemporary Art, Anime

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2010s Pop Art Figurative Prints

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Paper, Varnish, Lithograph, Offset

Peter MaxTwo with Umbrellas, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max, 1978

$3,200

Two with Umbrellas, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max

By Peter Max

Located in Long Island City, NY

Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) - Two with Umbrellas, Year: 1978, Medium: Lithograph, Edition: 250, Size: 30 in. x 22 in. (76.2 cm x 55.88 cm)

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1970s Pop Art Portrait Prints

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Lithograph

Peter MaxAcross the Room, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max, 1982

$2,750

Across the Room, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max

By Peter Max

Located in Long Island City, NY

Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) - Across the Room, Year: 1982, Medium: Lithograph, signed and numbered in pencil, Edition: 200, Size: 21 in. x 30 in. (53.34 cm x 76.2 cm)

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1980s Pop Art Figurative Prints

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Lithograph

Peter MaxFrom Another Planet, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max, 1980

$2,250

From Another Planet, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max

By Peter Max

Located in Long Island City, NY

Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) - From Another Planet, Year: 1980, Medium: Lithograph on Somerset, signed and numbered in pencil, Edition: 165, Size: 21.5 in. x 25 in. (54.6...

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1980s Pop Art Portrait Prints

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Lithograph

Peter MaxSage at Window, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max, 1980

$2,400

Sage at Window, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max

By Peter Max

Located in Long Island City, NY

Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) - Sage at Window, Year: 1980, Medium: Lithograph, signed and numbered in pencil, Edition: 165, HC, Image Size: 18 x 23 inches, Size: 22 in. ...

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1980s Pop Art Figurative Prints

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Lithograph

Peter MaxMonk and Vase, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max, 1980

$2,200

Monk and Vase, Psychedelic Art Lithograph by Peter Max

By Peter Max

Located in Long Island City, NY

Peter Max, German/American (1937 - ) - Monk and Vase, Year: 1980, Medium: Lithograph, signed and numbered in pencil, Edition: 165, HC, Image Size: 19 x 16 inches, Size: 27 in. x...

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1980s Pop Art Figurative Prints

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Lithograph

Takashi MurakamiTAKASHI MURAKAMI: Chaos: Primordial Life - Superflat, Japanese Pop Art, 2017

$3,714

TAKASHI MURAKAMI: Chaos: Primordial Life - Superflat, Japanese Pop Art

By Takashi Murakami

Located in Madrid, Madrid

Similar Styles and Artists: KAWS, Damien Hirst, Bearbrick, Andy Warhol, Keith Haring, Shepard Fairey (OBEY), Javier Calleja. Pop Art, Contemporary Art, Anime

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2010s Pop Art Figurative Prints

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Paper, Varnish, Lithograph, Offset

James RosenquistBunraku, James Rosenquist, abstract Japanese puppetry monochrome Pop Art, 1970

$3,500

Bunraku, James Rosenquist, abstract Japanese puppetry monochrome Pop Art

By James Rosenquist

Located in New York, NY

This abstract monochrome print portrays large, shiny dark purple bubbles that cascade over a scribbled, dense background. The sense of movement suggests Rosenquist was influenced by ...

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Late 20th Century Pop Art Abstract Prints

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Lithograph

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Pop Art Lithograph For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the pop art lithograph you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. You can easily find an example made in the Contemporary style, while we also have 15 Contemporary versions to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a pop art lithograph from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add a pop art lithograph to create new energy in an otherwise neutral space in your home, you can find a work on 1stDibs that features elements of gray, beige, black, white and more. Creating a pop art lithograph has been a part of the legacy of many artists, but those crafted by Peter Max, Keith Haring, Roy Lichtenstein, Mel Ramos and Takashi Murakami are consistently popular. These artworks were handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in lithograph, offset print and paper. If space is limited, you can find a small pop art lithograph measuring 0.04 high and 0.1 wide, while our inventory also includes works up to 84.75 across to better suit those in the market for a large pop art lithograph.

How Much is a Pop Art Lithograph?

The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — a pop art lithograph in our inventory may begin at $59 and can go as high as $179,900, while the average can fetch as much as $995.

A Close Look at Pop Art Art

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

Started in Britain in the 1950s, flourished in 1960s-era America
“This is Tomorrow,” at London's Whitechapel Gallery in 1956, was reportedly the first Pop art exhibition
A reaction to postwar mass consumerism
Transitioning away from Abstract Expressionism
Informed by neo-Dada and artists such as Jasper Johns and Robert Rauschenberg; influenced postmodernism and Photorealism

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.

Finding the Right Prints And Multiples for You

Decorating with fine art prints — whether they’re figurative prints, abstract prints or another variety — has always been a practical way of bringing a space to life as well as bringing works by an artist you love into your home.

Pursued in the 1960s and ’70s, largely by Pop artists drawn to its associations with mass production, advertising, packaging and seriality, as well as those challenging the primacy of the Abstract Expressionist brushstroke, printmaking was embraced in the 1980s by painters and conceptual artists ranging from David Salle and Elizabeth Murray to Adrian Piper and Sherrie Levine.

Printmaking is the transfer of an image from one surface to another. An artist takes a material like stone, metal, wood or wax, carves, incises, draws or otherwise marks it with an image, inks or paints it and then transfers the image to a piece of paper or other material.

Fine art prints are frequently confused with their more commercial counterparts. After all, our closest connection to the printed image is through mass-produced newspapers, magazines and books, and many people don’t realize that even though prints are editions, they start with an original image created by an artist with the intent of reproducing it in a small batch. Fine art prints are created in strictly limited editions — 20 or 30 or maybe 50 — and are always based on an image created specifically to be made into an edition.

Many people think of revered Dutch artist Rembrandt as a painter but may not know that he was a printmaker as well. His prints have been preserved in time along with the work of other celebrated printmakers such as Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalí and Andy Warhol. These fine art prints are still highly sought after by collectors.

“It’s another tool in the artist’s toolbox, just like painting or sculpture or anything else that an artist uses in the service of mark making or expressing him- or herself,” says International Fine Print Dealers Association (IFPDA) vice president Betsy Senior, of New York’s Betsy Senior Fine Art, Inc.

Because artist’s editions tend to be more affordable and available than his or her unique works, they’re more accessible and can be a great opportunity to bring a variety of colors, textures and shapes into a space.

For tight corners, select small fine art prints as opposed to the oversized bold piece you’ll hang as a focal point in the dining area. But be careful not to choose something that is too big for your space. And feel free to lean into it if need be — not every work needs picture-hanging hooks. Leaning a larger fine art print against the wall behind a bookcase can add a stylish installation-type dynamic to your living room. (Read more about how to arrange wall art here.)

Find fine art prints for sale on 1stDibs today.

Questions About Pop Art Lithograph

What is Pop art?
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1stDibs 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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
Opinions 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?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
Pop 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.
What does pop art mean?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Pop 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, 2021
It 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?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
There 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.
What is British Pop art?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
British 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 influenced Pop Art?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Pop art was influenced by advertising and other forms of mass marketing
Is Pop Art postmodern?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Yes, Pop art is considered postmodern.
Why is it called Pop art?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
The 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.
Who is famous for creating Pop art?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Andy Warhol is one of the most famous Pop artists.
How did Pop art influence fashion?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
The 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.
What is the most famous piece of Pop art?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
Opinions 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.
Who is considered the founder of Pop art?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
Who 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.
What started the Pop art movement?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Artists 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.
Is a lithograph an original work of art?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
No, a lithograph isn’t technically an original work of art. It’s a type of print, but a lithograph is generally more prized than a common print because each lithograph is hand-made by the artist through the process of lithography. They’re usually made in much lower quantities than prints, which are easier to produce on a large scale. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of lithographs from various artists.
Is Alex Katz's style Pop art?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
Yes, 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.
Why did Roy Lichtenstein paint Pop art?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Roy 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.
When did Roy Lichtenstein start Pop art?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Roy 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.

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More than three decades after his death, the prolific Pop artist and cultural icon's body of work continues to captivate. Here's a primer of some of his most notable motifs and mediums.