Original Hand Signed, Dated and Numbered Line-cut with embossing on Handmade Waterleaf Paper
61.9 x 46.7 cm. / 24.4 x 18.4 in.
This work is hand signed in pencil "R. Lichtenstein" at the lower right image.
It is also numbered in pencil from the edition of 100, at the lower left image. There were also seven artist’s proofs aside from the standard edition.
The subject was printed by George Page and Kenneth Tyler in 1969 and published by Gemini G.E.L., Los Angeles in 1970
This is the third composition of five comprising the ‘Modern Head’ series.
The paper bears the blindstamps of the publisher in the lower right image. The ink stamp is faintly visible, verso.
Literature: 1. Corlett, M. L. (2002). The Prints of Roy Lichtenstein. A Catalogue Raisonné 1948-1997. New York: Hudson Hills Press
Reference: Corlett 93
2. Gemini G.E.L. Online Catalogue Raisonne. National Gallery of Art
Reference: Lichtenstein 31.25
Condition: Very good condition. Remnants of adhesive tape in the upper corners, verso.