Roy Lichtenstein’s, American Indian Theme V, 1980, continues his stylized reinterpretation of Indigenous inspired imagery through bold outlines, clean geometric structure, and refined Pop Art clarity. Lichtenstein reduces traditional motifs into crisp rhythmic shapes that emphasize symmetry, balance, and modern visual harmony. The composition transforms cultural references into sleek contemporary forms while maintaining a sense of movement and pattern. Polished, vibrant, and thoughtfully designed, American Indian Theme V highlights his ongoing exploration of historical themes through elegant and sophisticated graphic language.

Created in 1980, this Lichtenstein pop art Lithograph in colors is hand-signed by Roy Lichtenstein (New York, 1923 – New York, 1997) in pencil: ‘rf Lichtenstein’.  Numbered from the edition of 50, this work is published by Original Editions, New York.

Catalogue Raisonné & COA:

Roy Lichtenstein, American Indian Theme V, 1980 is fully documented and referenced in the below catalogue raisonnés and texts (copies will be enclosed as added documentation with the invoices that will accompany the final sale of the work).

1. Corlett, Lee Mary. The Prints of Roy Lichtenstein A Catalogue Raisonee 1948-1997. Hudson Hills Press: New York, 1994. Listed and illustrated as catalogue raisonné no. 164 on pg. 159.
2. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany this work.

About the Framing:

Roy Lichtenstein, American Indian Theme V, 1980 is framed to museum-grade, conservation standards, presented in a complementary moulding and finished with silk-wrapped mats and optical grade Plexiglas.

Roy Lichtenstein American Indian Theme: is a suite of color woodcuts created in 1980 by American Pop artist Roy Lichtenstein. In this series, Lichtenstein reinterprets motifs inspired by Native American art, including geometric designs and stylized patterns, through his precise and modern Pop Art vocabulary. Each print combines bold outlines, Ben Day dots, and rich textures produced by the woodcut technique, giving the images both visual rhythm and material depth. The series reflects Lichtenstein’s fascination with cultural symbolism and his ability to merge traditional craftsmanship with the aesthetics of contemporary mass communication.

American Indian Theme I, 1980

American Indian Theme II, 1980

American Indian Theme III, 1980

American Indian Theme IV, 1980

American Indian Theme V, 1980

American Indian Theme VI, 1980