Roy Lichtenstein's Greene Street Mural to be Recreated in New York Exhibition
A 96ft recreation of Roy Lichtenstein's Greene Street Mural will span the entryway of a new exhibition at the Whitney Museum of American Art.
In Brief
- •A 96ft recreation of Roy Lichtenstein's Greene Street Mural will span the entryway of a new exhibition at the Whitney Museum of American Art.
- •The exhibition, 'Roy Lichtenstein: Like New,' features over 130 works spanning six decades, including rarely seen pieces and unfinished canvases.
- •The exhibition explores Lichtenstein's lifelong obsession with his academic mentor, Hoyt Sherman, and his sophisticated approach to visual perception.
Why It Matters
Roy Lichtenstein's work has been a significant part of the pop art movement, and this exhibition offers a comprehensive look at his career. By exploring his connection to Hoyt Sherman and his innovative approach to visual perception, the exhibition provides a deeper understanding of Lichtenstein's artistic process and its impact on the art world.
Key Details
- Exhibition Title
- Roy Lichtenstein: Like New
- Museum
- Whitney Museum of American Art
- Number of Works
- Over 130
- Duration of Greene Street Mural
- Six weeks
- Original Greene Street Mural Year
- 1983
Context & Background
Roy Lichtenstein's Greene Street Mural was inspired by the Bayeux Tapestry and was destroyed after six weeks in accordance with his wishes. The Whitney Museum of American Art has a long history with Lichtenstein's work, first featuring it in a 1965 annual exhibition.
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