Washing machine (1961) by Roy Lichtenstein

Washing machine - Roy Lichtenstein - 1961

Artwork Information

TitleWashing machine
ArtistRoy Lichtenstein
Date1961
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions142.2 x 172.7 cm
Art MovementPop Art

About Washing machine

The artwork titled “Washing Machine,” created by Roy Lichtenstein in 1961, employs oil on canvas as its medium. Measuring 142.2 by 172.7 centimeters, this piece falls within the Pop Art movement and is classified as a genre painting.

In “Washing Machine,” Lichtenstein presents a vivid and simplified depiction of a hand pouring detergent into an open washing machine. The dominant colors are bright yellow and stark white, contained within clean, bold lines characteristic of comic book art, which Lichtenstein commonly referenced in his work. The hand, rendered in a stylized manner, appears almost mechanical, emphasizing the mundane and repetitive nature of domestic chores. The swirling detergent within the washing machine adds a dynamic element to the otherwise static scene, echoing the energy and movement typical of the Pop Art genre. The exaggerated, simplistic style of this piece highlights the everyday subject matter, transforming it into a striking visual exploration of modern consumer culture.

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