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Thinking Nude State I - Signed Print by Roy Lichtenstein 1994 - MyArtBroker

Thinking Nude State I
Signed Print

Roy Lichtenstein

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Medium: Screenprint

Edition size: 10

Year: 1994

Size: H 90cm x W 142cm

Signed: Yes

Format: Signed Print

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The value of Roy Lichtenstein's Thinking Nude State I (signed) is estimated to be worth between £200,000 and £300,000. This screenprint, created in 1994, is a rare artwork, with an auction history of one sale on 9th December 2017. The edition size of this artwork is limited to 10.

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Auction Results

Auction DateAuction HouseLocation
Hammer Price
Return to Seller
Buyer Paid
Sotheby's London United Kingdom
Sotheby's London United Kingdom
December 2017Koller Zurich Switzerland

Meaning & Analysis

In Thinking Nude State I, Lichtenstein employs his iconic style, characterised by the use of Ben-Day dots, thick outlines, and a limited colour palette. The work presents a nude figure in a reflective pose, conveying both intimacy and abstraction. As a significant piece within the Nudes series, this print highlights Lichtenstein's ability to blend fine art with popular culture, challenging traditional representations of the nude. The artwork's vibrant red and blue hues interact dynamically with the dots, creating a sense of movement and depth. Lichtenstein's exploration of the female form through the lens of mass media continues his legacy as a pivotal figure in the Pop Art movement, influencing countless contemporary artists.

  • Roy Lichtenstein, born in New York, 1923, is a seminal figure in the Pop Art movement, renowned for his comic book and advertisement-inspired artworks. His transformative journey from classical painter to Pop Art pioneer began with his iconic piece, Look Mickey, marking the fusion of painting with pop culture. Lichtenstein’s works, including Whaam!, Drowning Girl, and Crying Girl, blend parody and satire, challenging the boundaries between popular culture and ‘high art’. With over 5,000 pieces to his name, Lichtenstein’s enduring influence resonates in contemporary art, his works celebrated in prestigious institutions worldwide.