
American Indian Theme
6 works

Figures , from Surrealist Series (C. 157), 1978
Lithograph in colors on Arches 88 paper
31 x 21 in 78.7 x 53.3 cm
Edition
Edition of 38 plus 7 AP
Roy Lichtenstein's "Figures" from his Surrealist Series exemplifies the artist's distinctive approach to appropriating and reinterpreting avant-garde movements. This vibrant lithograph presents abstracted figural forms rendered in Lichtenstein's signature bold outlines and flat planes of primary color. The work demonstrates his characteristic tension between commercial printing techniques and fine art tradition, transforming surrealist imagery into graphic compositions of striking visual immediacy. Created in 1978, this piece reflects Lichtenstein's mature engagement with modernist legacies, translating gestural abstraction into controlled, deliberate mark-making. The crisp registration and luminous color palette showcase the technical mastery of the lithographic medium, while the composition invites multiple interpretations of the ambiguous figural elements. This museum-quality work represents a pivotal moment in Lichtenstein's career, merging conceptual sophistication with accessible visual language. An exceptional addition to serious collections focusing on twentieth-century printmaking and Pop Art innovation. Available for purchase — enquire for price and availability.
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Auction History

Figures with Rope, from the Surrealist series · Roy Lichtenstein · Sotheby's · 2025-09 · $25,400

Figures, from Surrealist Series · Roy Lichtenstein · Christie's · 2022-03 · $23,940

Figures, from Surrealist Series · Roy Lichtenstein · Christie's · 2025-10 · $13,970

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