U.S.A. Flag 1960

Claes Oldenburg's 1960 "U.S.A. Flag" is a three-dimensional depiction of the American flag rendered in plaster and painted in the iconic colors of red, white, and blue. Oldenburg's playful and slightly irreverent approach to the national symbol is characteristic of his Pop Art aesthetic, which aimed to elevate everyday objects to the status of fine art. The sculpture's rough texture and slightly distorted form lend a sense of both familiarity and estrangement, prompting viewers to reconsider their perception of this powerful symbol of American identity.