Brushstroke 1965

"Brushstroke" is a 1965 painting by American Pop artist Roy Lichtenstein. It depicts a bold, black and white brushstroke in the style of an enlarged comic book illustration. The brushstroke is set against a background of blue Ben-Day dots, a printing technique commonly used in comic books. Lichtenstein was a leading figure in the Pop Art movement, which celebrated the imagery of popular culture. His work often referenced comic books, advertisements, and everyday objects. "Brushstroke" is a prime example of Lichtenstein’s appropriation of commercial art forms to create a unique and compelling visual style.