Roy Lichtenstein (1923–1997) was an American artist and one of the most important figures of the Pop Art movement. Drawing inspiration from comic books, advertising, and mass media, he developed a distinctive style characterised by bold outlines, flat areas of colour, and Ben-Day dots.
Lichtenstein worked extensively in printmaking, particularly with screenprinting, lithography, and woodcut. His compositions often explored emotion, romance, conflict, and the visual language of popular culture, transforming familiar imagery into carefully constructed works of art. His original prints remain highly sought after for their instantly recognisable style, technical precision, and importance in twentieth-century art.