The artwork, titled “TRADEMARK GRID,” was created by Edward Ruscha in 1962. It is part of the “Trademark 1961-1963” series and falls within the Pop Art movement. This piece is classified as a figurative, sketch, and study artwork.
The artwork features a detailed depiction of the “20th Century Fox” logo, meticulously rendered on a grid. The logo, prominent and central, is sketched in clean lines, emphasizing the geometric precision and balance characteristic of Ruscha’s style. Additional annotations and markings are visible on the grid, indicating a meticulous process of alignment and proportion. The usage of the grid not only serves an aesthetic function but also underscores the interpretative framework of Pop Art, whereby commonplace commercial imagery is examined through a fine art lens. The overall composition conveys a sense of meticulous study and conceptual rigor, emblematic of Ruscha’s approach during this period.
