Pistol
Pistol
Mixed Media
Roy Lichtenstein
£30,000-£50,000 VALUE (EST.)
$60,000-$90,000 VALUE (EST.)
$50,000-$80,000 VALUE (EST.)
¥260,000-¥440,000 VALUE (EST.)
€35,000-€60,000 VALUE (EST.)
$290,000-$490,000 VALUE (EST.)
¥5,230,000-¥8,720,000 VALUE (EST.)
$35,000-$60,000 VALUE (EST.)
This estimate blends recent public auction records with our own private sale data and network demand.
Mixed Media, 1964
Mixed Media Edition of 20
H 210cm x W 110cm
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Auction Results
| Auction Date | Auction House | Artwork | Hammer Price | Return to Seller | Buyer Paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 2013 | Sotheby's New York - United States | Pistol - Mixed Media | |||
| March 2011 | Christie's New York - United States | Pistol - Mixed Media | |||
| May 2010 | Christie's New York - United States | Pistol - Mixed Media | |||
| September 2008 | Sotheby's New York - United States | Pistol - Mixed Media |
Meaning & Analysis
Roy Lichtenstein’s iconic Pistol of 1964 presents a cartoon commentary on the lack of gun control in America. The work showcases a figurative illustration of a pistol rendered in the artist’s signature primary colours and bold outlines. This felt banner was executed as part of a limited edition of 20.
The late 1960s were transformative and violent years in American history. The assassination of both Martin Luther King Jr. and presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy unleashed a heated debate on weapons possession. Roy Lichtenstein’s Pistol was initially commissioned by TIME.
