"Figure 8" is an oil on canvas painting by Jasper Johns that exemplifies his exploration of simple numerical and alphabetical forms as subjects for fine art. The work transforms the everyday numeral into an abstract composition through Johns's distinctive gestural brushwork and muted color palette, challenging conventional distinctions between representation and abstraction. Created during a period when Johns was investigating how familiar symbols could carry new meaning and visual complexity, the painting reflects his broader investigation into the relationship between image, language, and perception.