Roy Lichtenstein Two Paintings: Beach Ball, from Paintings Series, 1984 uses his signature patterns and lines to create various visual implications. Straight lines are used to emphasize the shape of the two different frames, whereas the diagonal lines are utilized to make the lithograph seem full. The combination of the eye and fluid yellow shapes encourages the viewer to find other characteristics that align with a female presence. The top frame is more in line with Lichtenstein’s classic pop-art style, with the usage of primary colors and simple shapes created by bold lines. The frame below sticks to a monotone theme, using only grayscale tones, with a textured background that allows the main shape to stand out. Another distinction is that the bottom frame seems to create further focus on shadows and dimension. This creates not only a color contrast but also depth contrast when paired with the top frame. By incorporating fluid shapes between both frames, a cohesive look is able to be achieved. 

Created in 1984, Roy Lichtenstein Two Paintings: Beach Ball, from Paintings Series, 1984 is a color woodcut, lithograph, and screenprint on Arches 88 paper. This work is hand signed and dated by Roy Lichtenstein (New York, 1923 – New York, 1997) in pencil in the lower right margin. Numbered from the edition of 60 in pencil in the lower right and was  published by Gemini G.E.L., Los Angeles.

Catalogue Raisonné & COA:
Roy Lichtenstein Two Paintings: Beach Ball, from Paintings Series, 1984 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, Lee Mary. The Prints of Roy Lichtenstein A Catalogue Raisonné 1948-1997. New York: Hudson Hills Press, 2002. Listed and illustrated as catalogue raisonné no. 204.
2. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany this artwork.

About the Framing:
Framed to museum-grade, conservation standards, Roy Lichtenstein Two Paintings: Beach Ball, from Paintings Series, 1984 is presented in a complementary moulding and optical grade Plexiglas.