The artwork titled “No – Nox,” created by Roy Lichtenstein in 1962, is an exemplar of the Pop Art movement. Produced using graphite on paper, the piece measures 64.8 x 48.3 cm. It resides in the Spencer Museum of Art at the University of Kansas in Lawrence, Kansas, USA. This particular work is classified as a portrait.
The artwork features a monochromatic, illustrative portrait of a man wearing a hat that appears reminiscent of a classic chauffeur or service uniform. The artist employs precise, clean lines and minimal shading, which are trademark characteristics of Lichtenstein’s adaptation of comic strip aesthetics. The figure’s expression is one of geniality, captured through a broad, well-defined smile. The simplicity and clarity of the lines highlight the influence of commercial art and mass media on Lichtenstein’s work. The hat’s design, adorned with a circular insignia, and the character’s appearance suggest a blend of both authority and approachability, reinforcing the iconic style that defines Pop Art.
