The artwork titled “M-Maybe” was created by the artist Roy Lichtenstein in 1965. Utilizing magna and oil on canvas, this piece exemplifies the Pop Art movement. Measuring 152.4 x 152.4 cm, it is categorized as a portrait and is presently housed in Museum Ludwig in Cologne, Germany.
In “M-Maybe,” Roy Lichtenstein employs his signature comic-strip style to depict a contemplative woman with flowing blonde hair. The woman, rendered in bold colors and distinctive Ben-Day dots, appears melancholic as she holds her head with one hand, gazing into the distance. The conversation bubble above her head reads, “M-MAYBE HE BECAME ILL AND COULDN’T LEAVE THE STUDIO!” encapsulating a narrative element typical of Lichtenstein’s work. The urban background, with its stylized buildings, further enhances the drama and emotional context of the piece.
