Jet pilot 1962

"Jet Pilot" (1962) is a bold black-and-white print by Roy Lichtenstein, a prominent figure in Pop Art. Lichtenstein utilized Ben-Day dots, a printing technique common in comic books, creating a graphic and stylized image. This work, like many of his, appropriates imagery from popular culture, in this case, a comic book scene, highlighting the influence of mass media on modern art. The image depicts a pilot in a helmet, surrounded by war-related details like explosions and planes, showcasing the artist's fascination with the imagery of war and heroism.