Sunrise 1965

Roy Lichtenstein's "Sunrise" (1965) is a prime example of Pop Art, a movement that emerged in the 1960s. The painting, featuring a bright yellow sun rising over a blue sea, employs Ben-Day dots, a printing technique used in comic books, giving it a distinct graphic quality. Lichtenstein's use of bold colors and simplified forms references commercial imagery, highlighting the growing influence of mass media and consumer culture on contemporary art. "Sunrise" is a testament to Lichtenstein's masterful appropriation of popular culture, capturing the energy and vibrancy of his time.