29 avr. 1947 - I Was a Rich Man's Plaything
Description:
I Was a Rich Man's Plaything is a significant 1947 collage by the British artist Eduardo Paolozzi, known as the first piece to be explicitly called Pop Art. Made from advertisements and found imagery, the work is part of Paolozzi's Bunk series and reflects on post-war American mass culture, materialism, and consumerism through its vibrant, collage aesthetic. The collage, which features a prominent title from a magazine, incorporates imagery like a gun with a "pop" action, a cherry, and a military plane. Comments on social changes related to postwar consumerism, the influence of American culture, and traditional gender roles.Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
29 avr. 1947
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 78 ans