
What is Lettrism?
Lettrism is an art form that uses letters, words, and symbols to create artwork. The movement was established in Paris in the 1940s and later gained popularity in the 1950s in America. Lettrisme is the French spelling of the movement's name, derived from the French word for letter.
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Artworks Related to Lettrism
Roy Lichtenstein
Two Paintings, from the Paintings series, 1984
Limited Edition Print
Mixed Media
USD 50,000 - 60,000
Roy Lichtenstein
Illustration for 'Une Fenêtre ouverte sur Chicago' (Corlett 271), 1992
Limited Edition Print
Etching and Aquatint
USD 13,250

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