Entablature VI, 1976: Screenprint and collage on paper

Entablature VI, 1976, presents a refined and pared-back interpretation of architectural ornament, structured through clean horizontal bands that emphasise balance and proportion. Soft fields of pale blue and white are interrupted by crisp yellow lines and repeating black geometric motifs, creating a composition that feels both decorative and highly controlled. The symmetry of the work echoes classical entablature design, yet its simplified forms align more closely with modern graphic abstraction.

The inclusion of metallic elements introduces a subtle play of light across the surface, adding a reflective quality that contrasts with the otherwise flat planes of colour. Through embossing and collage, Lichtenstein maintains a dialogue between surface and depth, reinforcing his interest in the tension between handmade texture and mechanical precision. The result is a work that transforms architectural detail into a distilled visual language, where repetition, material and structure take precedence over narrative.