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Roy Lichtenstein Two Paintings (C. 205) For Sale
Roy Lichtenstein
Two Paintings (C. 205), 1984
Woodcut , lithograph , silkscreen with collage
45 x 39 in 114.3 x 99.1 cm
About this work
Roy Lichtenstein’s Two Paintings (1984) is a striking example of the artist’s fascination with art history, appropriation, and the dialogue between different modes of representation. Created through a technically ambitious combination of woodcut, lithograph, silkscreen, and collage, the work reflects both Lichtenstein’s mastery of printmaking and his conceptual approach to the act of picture-making itself.The composition is split into two distinct zones, each referencing a different art historical tradition. In the upper register, geometric, abstracted forms—angular planes of red, green, blue, and black—recall the aesthetics of early 20th-century modernism, particularly the Cubist and Synthetic movements pioneered by artists such as Picasso and Braque. Below, another framed image depicts a stylized face that draws heavily upon Picasso’s portraits of women, translated into Lichtenstein’s Pop idiom of bold outlines, Ben-Day dots, and flat fields of saturated color.By juxtaposing these two styles within a single print, Lichtenstein stages a conversation across time, exploring how the avant-garde breakthroughs of modernism had, by the 1980s, become canonized, consumed, and reprocessed as part of the larger visual culture. The use of collage further emphasizes this layering of traditions, literally assembling disparate artistic languages into one unified surface.The artist’s signature techniques—the use of commercial printing aesthetics, graphic flatness, and industrial clarity—function here as both homage and critique. Lichtenstein acknowledges the radical innovation of Picasso and his peers, while simultaneously flattening and re-mediating their work, reframing it through the lens of Pop Art’s commentary on reproduction and commodification.Formally, Two Paintings is a tour de force of printmaking. The interplay of woodcut textures, lithographic shading, and silkscreen precision demonstrates Lichtenstein’s technical range, while the collage elements inject physical depth into the otherwise mechanically precise surface. The dynamic contrast between abstract geometry and stylized figuration captures the tension between modernist experimentation and Pop’s ironic detachment.Ultimately, Two Paintings encapsulates Lichtenstein’s ongoing project: to question how meaning is constructed, transmitted, and transformed within visual culture. It is both an homage to and a playful critique of modernism’s legacy, filtered through the artist’s cool, graphic sensibility.For more information or to buy Two Paintings (1984) by Roy Lichtenstein, contact our galleries using the form below.
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Edition & Provenance
- Year
- 1984
- Medium
- Woodcut , lithograph , silkscreen with collage
- 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+
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.