High Voltage Painting 1965

"High Voltage Painting" by Martial Raysse (1965) showcases the artist's signature style of bold colors and pop art aesthetic. The painting features a close-up portrait of a woman with an illuminated, neon-like outline around her lips, creating a striking contrast against her orange skin and dark hair. The use of vivid colors and contrasting light creates a sense of electric energy and heightened sensuality, characteristic of Raysse's work during the 1960s, a time when pop art was gaining popularity and challenging traditional art forms. This work, a captivating example of pop art portraiture, invites viewers to consider the interplay of technology, beauty, and the human experience.