The artwork, titled “Sunday Funnies,” is a creation by the artist Red Grooms, dated 1985. It belongs to the Pop Art movement and can be classified as genre painting.
The artwork portrays a vibrant and bustling urban scene, characterized by a playful and exaggerated depiction of various characters. A prominent figure, possibly the central character, wearing a bright shirt bearing the words “Dave’s Garden Bowling Champions 1955,” appears to be fixated on a colorful comic strip. Surrounding this central figure, a multitude of activities and interactions take place, including a police officer engaging with other characters, individuals engaged in different pursuits, and the backdrop of detailed architecture. The overall composition is dynamic, filled with intricate details, and evokes a sense of humor and liveliness, true to the essence of Pop Art.
