Roy Lichtenstein Chem IA, 1970, C.100 is a single panel of the artist’s larger Peace Through Chemistry print. The print features what seems to be a scientist looking over a smoking test tube. The composition is done in a limited color palette of black and white with a highlight of yellow. Mary Corlett, author of The Prints of Roy Lichtenstein: A Catalogue Raisonne 1948-1997, writes “The image, related to the Peace Through Chemistry series, was produced for the benefit of the University of California, Irvine, in conjunction with the exhibition Roy Lichtenstein: Graphics, Reliefs, and Sculpture, 1969-1970 (October 27-December 6, 1970).’” (Corlett 115). This work, although an important element of a larger design, stands alone as a strong and captivating composition on its own.

Roy Lichtenstein Chem IA, 1970, C.100 is a screenprint on Special Arjomari paper. This work is signed ‘rf Lichtenstein’ by Roy Lichtenstein (New York, 1923 – New York, 1997) in pencil, lower right. Blind stamp, lower right: (copyright symbol and Gemini G.E.L. chop). Stamped on verso, lower left: (Gemini G.E.L. / Los Angeles, Calif.). Workshop number in pencil, lower left, beneath stamp: (RL70-240). Numbered from the edition of 100 in pencil, lower left. There is also 10 Artist’s Proofs, 1 RTP (Ready to Print), 1 PPII (Printer’s Proof), 3 GEL, and 1 C (Chromogenic print).

Catalogue Raisonné & COA:

Roy Lichtenstein Chem IA, 1970, C.100 is fully documented and referenced in the below catalogue raisonnés and texts (copies will be enclosed as added documentation with the invoices that will accompany the sale of the work).

1. Corlett, Mary. The Prints of Roy Lichtenstein: A Catalogue Raisonne 1948-1997. Hudson Hills; Revised Edition (July 19, 2002). Roy Lichtenstein Chem IA, 1970, C.100 is listed and illustrated as catalogue number 100.

2. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany our Roy Lichtenstein Chem IA, 1970, C.100.

About the Framing:

Framed to museum-grade, conservation standards, Roy Lichtenstein Chem IA, 1970, C.100 is presented in a complementary moulding and finished with silk-wrapped mats and optical grade Plexiglas.

Roy Lichtenstein Peace Through Chemistry: is a series of works by the American pop artist Roy Lichtenstein. Created in the 1970s, these artworks typically feature enlarged and stylized depictions of various chemical compounds, often presented in a comic book-inspired style. The title "Peace Through Chemistry" is a play on the phrase "Peace Through Strength," reflecting Lichtenstein's interest in exploring contemporary culture and societal themes through his distinctive visual language. The series is characterized by bold colors, Ben-Day dots, and Lichtenstein's characteristic use of line and composition.

Roy Lichtenstein Peace Through Chemistry I

Roy Lichtenstein Peace Through Chemistry II

Roy Lichtenstein Peace Through Chemistry III

Roy Lichtenstein Peace Through Chemistry IV