
Blue Floor
Blue Floor exemplifies Lichtenstein's sustained investigation into domestic interior space and the formal possibilities inherent in modernist design. Created in 1991 as part of his Interior Portfolio, this monumental work combines lithography, woodcut, and screenprint to construct a commanding composition dominated by a bold geometric floor rendered in saturated blues. The artist's characteristic Ben Day dots and precise linear vocabulary transform what might appear as a simple architectural element into a complex meditation on color, perspective, and the intersection of high modernism with popular visual culture. The layering of three distinct printmaking techniques creates a richly textured surface that rewards close examination, while the work's substantial scale positions the viewer within an immersive pictorial space that recalls both abstraction and representation simultaneously. The Interior Portfolio series represents a significant body of work from the artist's later practice, demonstrating his continued relevance and creative vitality in the 1990s. This signed impression from an edition of sixty on museum board presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a major graphic work by one of the twentieth century's most influential artists. The combination of technical sophistication, monumental scale, and Lichtenstein's enduring preoccupation with translating modernist principles into accessible visual language makes Blue Floor a significant addition to any serious collection of contemporary prints and multiples.
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- Roy Lichtenstein, Blue Floor, 1991 Interior Portfolio, (Corlett 254), 1991, Signed, Original lithograph, woodcut, and screenprint on museum board, Edition 60, 57 15/16" x 83 9/16" Sheet Size, 51 3/4" x 77 1/2" Image Size
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For Sale — $125000
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