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Roy Lichtenstein Painting On Blue and Yellow Wall (C. 208) For Sale
Roy Lichtenstein
Painting On Blue and Yellow Wall (C. 208), 1984
Wood cut, lithograph
47 x 31 in 119.4 x 78.7 cm
About this work
Roy Lichtenstein’s Painting on Blue and Yellow Wall (1984) is a vivid example of the artist’s late-career explorations, where he turned his Pop vocabulary toward a meta-commentary on the act of painting itself. Here, Lichtenstein stages a work within a work: a framed composition set against a wall patterned in his signature, stylized wood-grain motif. The juxtaposition collapses the distinction between artwork, frame, and environment, playing with ideas of context, display, and perception.Within the "painting" at the center, sweeping gestural marks are rendered in Lichtenstein’s trademark Pop idiom—bold outlines and flat, unmodulated colors. These forms evoke the spontaneity of Abstract Expressionism, yet they are carefully calculated reproductions, ironically stripping the original movement of its improvisational aura. Torn ribbons of color, looping brushstrokes, and fragmented gestures become motifs rather than authentic gestures, underscoring Lichtenstein’s critique of authenticity and originality in postwar art.The surrounding wall, with its undulating blue and yellow pattern, echoes natural wood grain but is stylized into a decorative surface, flattening depth and merging the everyday with the aesthetic. By embedding a painting within a faux wall, Lichtenstein highlights the artificiality of representation and the theatrical nature of the gallery space itself.This work belongs to Lichtenstein’s broader “Interiors” series, where he depicted artworks hanging in stylized domestic or museum-like spaces. These images ask viewers to consider not only what is depicted, but also the conditions of viewing—how artworks are framed, contextualized, and consumed. Painting on Blue and Yellow Wall embodies this reflexive inquiry, while retaining the graphic punch and humor that define his Pop Art.Part of a small edition of 60 plus proofs, this work exemplifies Lichtenstein’s ability to distill complex dialogues between abstraction, decoration, and art history into his uniquely accessible visual language.For more information or to buy Painting on Blue and Yellow Wall (1984) by Roy Lichtenstein, contact our galleries using the form below.
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Edition & Provenance
- Year
- 1984
- Medium
- Wood cut, lithograph
- Edition
- Edition of 60
About Roy Lichtenstein
Roy Lichtenstein prints for sale and Roy Lichtenstein paintings for sale at Guy Hepner Gallery, New York. Our inventory spans lithographs, screenprints, and unique works from his most collected series: Brushstrokes, Reflections, Nudes, Interiors, Haystacks, Cathedral, Entablature, and American Indian Theme — all with full provenance and Corlett catalogue raisonné references. We also acquire Lichtenstein. Free valuations available.
Roy Lichtenstein (1923–1997) is the defining figure of American Pop Art and one of the most actively traded artists on the post-war and contemporary market. His bold graphic language — Ben-Day dots, black outlines, primary palettes drawn from comic books and advertising — is among the most instantly recognisable in twentieth-century art. Born in New York City, he was exhibited by Leo Castelli Gallery from 1962 and worked until his death in September 1997, producing one of the most extensively documented print catalogues of any artist of his generation.
Roy Lichtenstein Art For Sale
Roy Lichtenstein art for sale spans signed prints, paintings, and unique works across his full catalogue. His most collected categories: signed and numbered screenprints and lithographs from the major series, unique works on paper, and large-format canvas paintings. The auction benchmark was set when Masterpiece (1962) sold for $165 million in a private transaction in 2017, and Nurse (1964) achieved $95.4 million at Christie's New York in 2015. Major print series regularly achieve $100,000–$2 million at Sotheby's, Christie's, and Phillips.
Roy Lichtenstein Prints For Sale
The most liquid and accessible segment of his market. Working with Gemini G.E.L., Petersburg Press, and Castelli Graphics, Lichtenstein produced lithographs, screenprints, woodcuts, and relief prints across three decades. Key series at Guy Hepner:
- Brushstrokes (1965–66) — Pop satire of Abstract Expressionist gesture; his most conceptually celebrated series
- Haystacks (1969) — Monet homage in Ben-Day dots and primary colour; his most decorative print subject
- Cathedral — Rouen Cathedral reworked through his commercial-art graphic vocabulary
- American Indian Theme (1980) — a major suite exploring Indigenous American motifs
- Reflections (1988–94) — canvases-within-canvases; his most technically intricate prints; strongest late-career market
- Nudes (1994–97) — figurative final series synthesising his full graphic vocabulary
- Interiors (1990s) — consumer culture imagery from furniture and décor catalogues; a distinctly American subject
- Peace Through Chemistry — Science and Technology series; bold, graphic, institutionally held
Signed impressions command significant premiums over unsigned editions. Corlett catalogue raisonné reference and publisher's certificate documentation are essential for any acquisition.
Roy Lichtenstein Original Art For Sale
Roy Lichtenstein original art for sale — unique paintings on canvas — represents the rarest category of his output. Major early canvases are primarily in institutional collections; secondary market appearances are concentrated at evening sales at Christie's, Sotheby's, and Phillips. Works on paper and preparatory drawings offer compelling opportunities for collectors seeking unique works with strong Lichtenstein provenance at more accessible price points.
Roy Lichtenstein Prints — Price Guide
- Unsigned secondary series editions: $5,000–$25,000
- Signed lithographs, Haystacks / Cathedral / American Indian Theme: $30,000–$150,000
- Signed screenprints, Brushstrokes / Reflections / Nudes: $40,000–$500,000
- Early 1960s single-sheet works and rare artist's proofs: $100,000+
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Guy Hepner actively acquires Roy Lichtenstein prints, paintings, and works on paper from private collections. If you are looking to sell Roy Lichtenstein prints or seeking a current market valuation, contact our New York gallery for a confidential, no-obligation assessment. We handle all series including Brushstrokes, Reflections, Nudes, Haystacks, Cathedral, American Indian Theme, and Interiors.
Interested in adding Roy Lichtenstein to your collection? Contact Guy Hepner Gallery at 177 Tenth Avenue, New York to discuss current inventory and acquisition strategy.