“Imperfect Painting” by Roy Lichtenstein, created in 1986, is an abstract artwork rendered in magna, oil, and canvas. The piece, measuring 210.2 x 200.7 cm, embodies the Abstract Art movement and is housed at the Hamburger Bahnhof (Museum für Gegenwart) in Berlin, Germany.
The artwork features a composition dominated by geometric shapes such as triangles and parallelograms, separated by distinct black lines. The color palette includes vivid tones like yellow, pink, and red, alongside monochromatic elements like black and white stripes, and a metallic silver section. The piece also includes Lichtenstein’s characteristic use of Ben-Day dots, a hallmark of his style. The juxtaposition of different textures, colors, and shapes creates a dynamic visual experience, embodying the aesthetic and conceptual boldness of abstract art.