TRADEMARK STUDY [#2] (1962) by Edward Ruscha

“TRADEMARK STUDY [#2],” crafted by Edward Ruscha in 1962, is a notable piece within the Pop Art movement. This artwork belongs to the “Trademark 1961-1963” series and falls under the genres of figurative, sketch, and study.

The artwork meticulously illustrates the iconic logo of “20th Century Fox,” composed with precision in a sketch format. The composition showcases a series of perspective studies, highlighting the logo from various angles. Executed in fine lines with pencil on paper, the lines are crisp and deliberate, capturing the distinctive structure and typography of the emblematic trademark. The piece emphasizes the interplay between commercial imagery and artistic interpretation, characteristic of Ruscha’s approach during this period.