“Modular Painting with Four Panels, #2” by Roy Lichtenstein, created in 1969, is an artwork measuring 243.8 x 243.8 cm and is part of the Abstract Art movement. This piece, rendered with magna oil on canvas, is currently housed in the Museum Moderner Kunst Stiftung Ludwig Wien (MUMOK) in Vienna, Austria. The artwork embodies the abstract genre through the use of bold geometric shapes and patterns.
The artwork is composed of four distinct panels, each featuring an array of geometric forms, including circles, triangles, and trapezoids, meticulously arranged in a modular pattern. Dominant colors in the piece are red, yellow, and white, complemented by shades of purple, and overlaid with patterns of dots, imparting a textured appearance. The repetition and symmetry of its design elements create a dynamic visual rhythm, characteristic of Lichtenstein’s abstract expression. The precise yet playful arrangement of shapes and colors invites the viewer to engage with the piece’s intricate design, reflecting the artist’s innovative approach to abstract art.
