Roy Lichtenstein is one of the central figures of American Pop art famous for his iconic comic book paintings. And yet, it is a revelation to discover how many areas of his practice remain comparatively unknown.
Co-organised by The Art Institute of Chicago and Tate Modern, the show brings together approximately 125 of the artist’s most definitive paintings and sculptures, as well as a remarkable selection of works on paper.
Lichtenstein is renowned for his works based on comic strips and advertising imagery, coloured with his signature hand-painted Benday dots. The exhibition showcases such key paintings as Look Mickey 1961 lent from the National Gallery Art, Washington and his monumental Artist’s Studio series of 1973–4. Other noteworthy highlights include Whaam! 1963 – a signature work in Tate’s collection – and Drowning Girl 1963 on loan from the Museum of Modern Art, New York.
Tate Curator.- Iria Candela
Venue.- Tate Moderm, Bankside. London SE1 9TG. United Kingdom.
Dates.- 21 February – 27 May 2013.
