


Five
This bold serigraph presents the numeral five as a commanding compositional statement, rendered in Indiana's signature approach to form and color. Created as part of the artist's 1968 Numbers Portfolio, the work demonstrates Indiana's fascination with American vernacular imagery and his ability to elevate simple, everyday symbols into contemplative visual objects. The print employs vibrant chromatic contrasts and clean, decisive lines that reflect the influence of both Pop Art and Abstract Expressionism. Indiana's treatment of numerical forms carries subtle conceptual weight, inviting viewers to consider how meaning shifts when familiar signs are enlarged and isolated from their utilitarian context. Originally produced in an edition of 2500, this particular impression remains a significant example of Indiana's prolific printmaking practice during a creatively fertile period in the late 1960s. The work's modest dimensions make it an accessible entry point for collectors interested in the artist's iconic geometric vocabulary. The serigraph's bold graphic quality and straightforward presentation exemplify Indiana's belief that art could engage a broad audience without sacrificing aesthetic or intellectual rigor, making it a relevant addition to collections focused on American modernism and the legacy of Pop Art.
- Medium
- Robert Indiana, Five, 1968 Numbers Portfolio, 1968, Unsigned, Original serigraph, Edition 2500, 14" x 12" Framed Size, 9 3/4" x 8" Sheet Size, 9 3/4" x 8" Image Size
- Location
- Georgetown Frame Shoppe, Washington, DC
For Sale — $2500
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