Mel Ramos (1935-2018) - Superman
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Mel Ramos, Superman, a 2006 lithograph on cardboard, in a limited edition of 199, hand-signed and numbered, 115 x 85 cm (image 96 x 67 cm), Pop Art.
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Mel Ramos (1935-2018), Superman, 2006.
Lithography on pasteboard in 21 colors. 96 x 67 cm on 115 x 85 cm, from an edition of 199. Signed and numbered.
Catalogue raisonné: Hilger GL 3-06
Condition: Very good condition. The images are part of the condition description.
Biography
Mel Ramos (1935–2018) is regarded as one of the most important American Pop Art artists. He became known for his humorous and provocative depictions of pin-up girls, which he often combined with brand products such as chocolate, cigarettes, or beverages. Ramos studied art at Sacramento State College in California and was closely associated with the giants of Pop Art, such as Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, and Tom Wesselmann. His works fuse consumer critique with erotic imagery and are now represented in major museums as well as international private collections. In the art market, Ramos’s paintings and graphics attract significant attention, particularly his limited screenprints and lithographs, which appeal to a broad collector audience.
The graphic has always been stored flat and will only be briefly rolled for transport.
Mel Ramos (1935-2018), Superman, 2006.
Lithography on pasteboard in 21 colors. 96 x 67 cm on 115 x 85 cm, from an edition of 199. Signed and numbered.
Catalogue raisonné: Hilger GL 3-06
Condition: Very good condition. The images are part of the condition description.
Biography
Mel Ramos (1935–2018) is regarded as one of the most important American Pop Art artists. He became known for his humorous and provocative depictions of pin-up girls, which he often combined with brand products such as chocolate, cigarettes, or beverages. Ramos studied art at Sacramento State College in California and was closely associated with the giants of Pop Art, such as Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, and Tom Wesselmann. His works fuse consumer critique with erotic imagery and are now represented in major museums as well as international private collections. In the art market, Ramos’s paintings and graphics attract significant attention, particularly his limited screenprints and lithographs, which appeal to a broad collector audience.
The graphic has always been stored flat and will only be briefly rolled for transport.
Details
Artist
Mel Ramos (1935-2018)
Sold by
Owner or reseller
Edition
Limited edition
Edition number
199
Title of artwork
Superman
Technique
Lithograph
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
North America
Year
2006
Condition
Good condition
Height
115 cm
Width
85 cm
Depiction/theme
Pop Culture
Style
Pop Art
Period
2000-2010
Sold with frame
No
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