Pop-Art
Definition
Pop Art is a form of art that aimed to push back at the more traditional side of art and focus on the playful commercial side of the modern world and transform it to relatable art.
History
The pop-art movement began in 1950's America and Britain after the war and was deemed ant-art as it didn't encapsulate what was taught at art schools or in public. The aim of pop-art was to make art accessible to the public and promote the real world such as commercialism and famous actors.
Famous Pop-Artists
Andy Warhol
Andy Warhol is most notably known as the pioneer of pop-art for his life long dedication and iconic art pieces. E.g.: Campbell Soup, Shot Marilyn's and Coca-Cola
Roy Lichtenstein
Roy Lichtenstein was also an influential pop-artist like Andy Warhol although Lichtenstein was more focused on parody and created several comic strips which at the time received a lot of backlash for not being original.
Money and prices
2022 was a monumental year for selling pop-art as over £36 million was raised by selling pop- art alone. It was estimated to surpass 2021 which raised a total of £49 million.
Major examples of pop-art
Richard Hamilton
Richard Hamilton was the founder of Pop art and a visionary who outlined its aims and ideals.
