American Indian Theme
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Roy Lichtenstein Paper Plate For Sale
Roy Lichtenstein
Paper Plate, 1969
Screenprint in yellow, red, and blue on white paper plate
D. 10 1/4 in D. 26 cm
About this work
Roy Lichtenstein's Paper Plate of 1969 stands as one of the most ingeniously conceptual works in his extensive print catalogue — a screenprint applied in yellow, red, and blue directly onto a white paper plate, transforming one of America's most quintessential disposable consumer objects into a pointed and witty work of Pop art. Measuring 10 1/4 inches in diameter, the work occupies the exact dimensions of its everyday source material, insisting on the coincidence of art object and mundane commodity with characteristic Lichtenstein economy and wit. The choice of a paper plate as support is a profound gesture within the logic of Pop art. Paper plates are objects of deliberate disposability — designed to be used once and discarded, the antithesis of the lasting, valuable art object. By applying his characteristic primary-color screenprinting directly to this surface, Lichtenstein collapses the distinction between the disposable and the collectible, the commercial and the artistic. The circular format — imposed by the plate rather than chosen by the artist — produces a composition that departs radically from the rectangular conventions of printmaking, lending the work a playful, object-like presence on the wall or in the hand. Created in 1969, during a period of extraordinary artistic and cultural ferment in America, Paper Plate belongs to a group of Lichtenstein editions that push the boundaries of what a print can be — works that question the hierarchy between fine art materials and everyday objects with the direct, unflinching intelligence that defines Pop art at its best. As a limited edition piece from one of the most celebrated artists of the twentieth century, it combines rarity, conceptual significance, and enduring visual appeal in equal measure.
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Edition & Provenance
- Year
- 1969
- Medium
- Screenprint in yellow, red, and blue on white paper plate
- Edition
- Limited Edition
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+
Sell Roy Lichtenstein Prints — Free Valuation
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.