The artwork titled “White Bread” is an oil painting created by James Rosenquist in 1964. This piece belongs to the Pop Art movement and is classified within the still life genre.
The artwork prominently features slices of white bread arranged on a bright yellow background. The central slice of bread is being spread with a generous layer of butter using a butter knife. The simplicity and starkness of the composition draw attention to the everyday subject matter, which is magnified in scale and rendered with a characteristic Pop Art emphasis on bold colors and sharp, clean lines. This piece exemplifies Rosenquist’s ability to elevate mundane objects into striking, almost monumental forms, inviting viewers to reconsider the ordinary elements of daily life.
