The artwork entitled “Red and White Brushstrokes,” created by Roy Lichtenstein in 1965, is emblematic of the Pop Art movement. This figurative piece forms part of his “Brushstrokes” series.
The artwork features a bold and vibrant application of red and white brushstrokes set against a patterned background typical of Lichtenstein’s signature Ben-Day dots. The brushstrokes create an illusion of texture and movement while retaining a stylized and graphic quality, which is characteristic of Pop Art’s challenge to traditional fine art by merging popular culture with high art conventions. The composition is simplistic yet striking, with the layered brushstrokes dripping at their ends, suggesting the dynamic nature of the artist’s technique.