The artwork, “Brushstrokes,” created by the artist Roy Lichtenstein in 1965, is a notable piece within the Pop Art movement and belongs to the figurative genre. It is part of Lichtenstein’s “Brushstrokes” series.
The artwork features bold and vivid strokes of red paint against a background of characteristic Ben-Day dots, a printing technique often utilized by Lichtenstein. The appearance of dripping paint evokes a sense of movement and spontaneity despite the controlled and calculated nature of its execution. The composition juxtaposes a section of a paintbrush on the left with striking red brushstrokes that dominate the upper and central parts, emphasizing the dramatic, often ironic, depiction of the painting process.
