TRADEMARK [#4] (1962) by Edward Ruscha

The artwork titled “TRADEMARK [#4]” was created by the eminent artist Edward Ruscha in the year 1962. This piece is associated with the Pop Art movement and falls within the genres of figurative art as well as sketches and studies. It is part of the artist’s “Trademark 1961-1963” series.

In this artwork, Ruscha presents a stylized and vivid rendering of the “20th Century Fox” trademark. The composition is dominated by bold and contrasting colors, with “20th” depicted in bright orange, “CENTURY” in deep blue, and “FOX” in striking red. The lettering is three-dimensional, projecting a sense of depth and perspective, emphasized by linear guide lines extending from the text to the right edge of the canvas. The minimalist background focuses attention on the trademark itself, showcasing Ruscha’s mastery in combining commercial design elements with fine art.