Roy Lichtenstein

Tyyli: Pop Art; Cubism; Surrealism; Abstract Art; Expressionism;

paikka: Manhattan

Syntynyt: 1923

kuolema: 1997

Elämäkerta:

Early Life and Education

Roy Fox Lichtenstein

, a prominent American pop artist, was born on October 27, 1923, in New York City. He grew up in an upper-middle-class Jewish family, with his father being a real estate broker and his mother a homemaker. Lichtenstein's interest in art and design began as a hobby during his school years.

Artistic Career

After completing his high school education at the Dwight School in 1940, Lichtenstein attended the Art Students League of New York under the tutelage of Reginald Marsh. He then pursued a degree in fine arts from Ohio State University, which was interrupted by a three-year stint in the Army during World War II.

Look Mickey (1961, National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.), one of Lichtenstein's earliest pop art pieces, marked the beginning of his influential career.
His work was heavily influenced by popular advertising and comic book styles, with notable pieces including WHAAM!, Drowning Girl, and Oh, Jeff...I Love You, Too...But...
Lichtenstein's most expensive piece, Masterpiece, was sold for $165 million in January 2017.

Teaching and Influences

Lichtenstein taught at various institutions, including the State University of New York at Oswego and Rutgers University. His work was influenced by Allan Kaprow, a fellow teacher at Rutgers, which reignited his interest in Proto-pop imagery. Notable Exhibitions:

The Museum Chambre de Commerce (Toulouse, France), featuring various artworks, including those from the Pop Art movement.
Lichtenstein's work was exhibited at the Leo Castelli Gallery in New York City, with his first one-man show in 1962 being entirely bought by influential collectors before the opening.

Legacy and Impact

Roy Lichtenstein passed away on September 29, 1997, leaving behind a legacy as a leading figure in the Pop Art movement. His work continues to be celebrated for its innovative blend of high and low art, making it accessible to a wider audience.