“Hot Dog,” created by Roy Lichtenstein in 1964, is an iconic piece of Pop Art. The artwork is a still life rendered in enamel on steel, measuring 61 by 121.9 centimeters. It is housed in the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art of Trento and Rovereto (MART) in Rovereto, Italy.
The artwork features a simplified and stylized depiction of a hot dog, characterized by its bold outlines and vibrant colors. The composition employs Lichtenstein’s signature Ben-Day dots in the background, enhancing the visual impact of the piece. The central image of the hot dog is rendered in bright yellow and red, with a prominent white stripe representing the condiments. The use of primary colors and the minimalistic approach underscore the influence of comic strips and popular culture, which are hallmarks of the Pop Art movement.