A soft-ground etching mold-made Lana paper titled “American Indian Theme I” by Roy Lichtenstein. Published in 1980. Hand signed in pencil on the lower right with an annotation of 5/8 on the lower left. The composition presents a stylized figure rendered with bold outlines, graphic patterning, and flat areas of primary color, drawing on Lichtenstein’s interest in Native American imagery interpreted through his Pop Art visual language. As a young child growing up in Manhattan, Roy Lichtenstein visited the Natural History Museum and became fascinated with the Northwest Coast Native Americans. Lichtenstein often drew inspiration from Native American culture and was intrigued by their designs in totems, textiles, and baskets. He would re-imagine the geometric patterns in his signature pop art stylization. This limited-edition print is a prime example of this exploration.

Provenance: From a private estate in Birmingham, MI. Originally acquired from Gump’s Gallery in San Francico, California. Dimensions: 24.25”h x 22”w x 1”d (framed). Condition appears consistent with works on paper of the period, with no visible tears or losses. Full condition reports available upon request.

Roy Lichtenstein (1923-1997) was an American artist and a leading figure of the Pop Art movement. His work is known for its use of comic-strip imagery, bold outlines, Ben-Day dots, and references to mass media and popular culture. Lichtenstein’s paintings, sculptures, and prints were exhibited internationally and are held in major museum collections including the Museum of Modern Art, the Whitney Museum of American Art, and the Tate. His printmaking practice played a significant role in expanding Pop Art into graphic media and remains central to his artistic legacy.