
American Indian Theme
6 works

Peace Through Chemistry II (C. 97), 1970
Lithograph and screen print
37 3/8 x 63 in 94.9 x 160 cm
Edition of 43 plus 7 AP
Foundational to Lichtenstein's acclaimed Pop style are the essential techniques of commercial printing, and this holds true for the Peace through Chemistry series. The artist crafted his distinctive visual language by blending the formal elements of fine art with the lexicon of material culture.Executed in the early 1970s, Lichtenstein's Peace Through Chemistry reinterprets ubiquitous imagery from commercial culture, challenging classical art concepts. This subtly ironic series comprises four prints and one bronze plate, showcasing the artist's skill in orchestrating compositions that carry a strong undercurrent of social commentary.The composition of Peace Through Chemistry features horizontal rectangles divided into three panels, akin to a triptych, each carrying its own conceptual weight. A bold diagonal line cuts across the panels, creating six triangles on the picture plane. In the print editions, Lichtenstein's characteristic black outlines delineate these partitions more sharply.The lithographs in Peace Through Chemistry utilize a solid white background, strategically placed patterns, and vibrant primary colors to varying degrees. The recognizable comic book shapes in these prints are enlarged, and their origins are immediately apparent. Different-sized Ben Day dots and superimposed stripes on color fields create tone and texture. In contrast, the bronze piece in the sequence surprises with its continuous coppery image, highlighting the unique material.Lichtenstein's formal composition in Peace Through Chemistry draws inspiration from the sleek industrial design of the 1930s, reflecting his interest in that era. The stylized layout also serves as a cubist reinterpretation of the propaganda prevalent in America during the Great Depression. The series echoes the aesthetics of posters commissioned by authorities as part of the WPA Federal Art Project, designed to uplift and unify people during challenging times, emphasizing shared values and the potential for a brighter future.
Price on Application

Peace Through Chemistry II (C. 97) · Roy Lichtenstein · Christie's · 2007-09 · $61,009

Peace Through Chemistry II, from Peace Through Chemistry · Roy Lichtenstein · Christie's · 2011-10 · $60,000

Peace Through Chemistry II · Roy Lichtenstein · Grisebach · 2022-12 · $59,276

Peace through Chemistry II · Roy Lichtenstein · Karl & Faber · 2025-06 · $54,642

Peace Through Chemistry III (from Peace Through Chemistry Series) · Roy Lichtenstein · Rago · 2021-05 · $52,000


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