Tom WESSELMANN (1931-2004), In the Bedroom from the series: Bedroom

Lithograph, heavyweight velin paper, 47 x 31 cm (composition), 70 x 50 (sheet), limited edition, hand-numbered in pencil 316/450, signed from plate p.d. TOM WESSELMANN, dry publisher's stamp S.P.A.D.E.M. l.d.
(SPADEM is the French equivalent of the Polish ZAIKS), "verification of authenticity" hologram on the back. Original certificate.
Along with artists such as Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein, Tom Wesselmann is considered one of the pioneers of American pop art, best known for creating bold, colorful compositions that often depicted themes of consumption, advertising and popular culture. However, his art, which was strongly inspired by the contemporary world of media, advertising and commercialism, differed from many other pop art artists, such as Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein. Wesselmann tried to avoid the excessive irony and detachment characteristic of some of the artists in the movement, placing more emphasis on aesthetics and classical subjects such as the nude and still life.
Wesselmann never sought to scandalize - rather, to artistically analyze nudity as a cultural motif.
One of Tom Wesselmann's most important works is his series of nudes, including the composition in the 'Bedroom' series. Within this series, Wesselmann explored the theme of the female body, which he treated both as a classical painting motif and as a symbol of modern, sensual consumption in popular culture.
Tom Wesselmann's works are highly regarded in both the art community and the art market. As one of the leading representatives of pop art, Wesselmann achieved worldwide fame during his lifetime, and his work continues to be appreciated, collected and exhibited in prestigious museums and galleries. His works regularly appear at auctions and fetch very high prices, a testament to their popularity and market value.