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LOT 22

Lot 22

Roy Lichtenstein (1923 - 1997)

Roy Lichtenstein (1923 - 1997)
Lot 22 Details
Roy Lichtenstein (1923 - 1997), American

THE ENEMY WOULD HAVE BEEN WARNED... (ONE PLATE ONLY, # 2, FROM AS I OPENED FIRE, TRIPTYCH, 1964 {CORLETT, APP.5, PART]

Offset colour lithograph on wove paper; Stedelijk Museum, Amsterdam copyright blindstamp in the plate lower right. Printed by Drukkerij Luii & Co., Amsterdam in an edition of unknown size.
Sheet 25" x 21" — 63.5 x 53.3 cm.

Estimate $300-$500

Realised: $562.50
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Roy Lichtenstein (1923 - 1997)
  • Roy Lichtenstein (1923 - 1997)
  • Roy Lichtenstein (1923 - 1997)
Provenance:

Prominent Private Collection

Note:

Single panel of three colour lithographs. As I Opened Fire references the aircraft battle from Jerry Grandenetti’s 1962 comic, All American Men at War.

The print depicts Lichtenstein’s iconic graphic style and Ben-Day dot technique along with his trademark imitative text.

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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