Robert Indiana - Original - Proof HOPE

2019
 
This vibrant work, titled HOPE, is an original proof by iconic American artist Robert Indiana, created in 2019. 

Hand-signed and dated by the artist in black ink, in the lower right corner

This work continues Robert Indiana’s legacy of typographic pop art - known for his bold use of color, form, and typographic design. 

Indiana first created HOPE for Barack Obama’s presidential campaign in 2008, a direct reference to his iconic LOVE motif. He saw the word “HOPE” as a message of empowerment for a new generation.

Professionally framed, in an exclusive handcrafted white wooden frame with Plexiglas® Optical HC, UV-resistant and scratch-proof, offering remarkable clarity and a deep viewing experience, while being significantly lighter than standard glass. 
Size framed : approx. 80 x 80 cm

Robert Indiana (1928–2018) was a key figure in the American Pop Art movement. He rose to international fame in the 1960s with his instantly recognizable LOVE image, which became one of the most iconic symbols of 20th-century art. Throughout his career, Indiana combined geometric abstraction with bold, universal words to communicate messages of identity, politics, and human values. His works reflect both poetic simplicity and visual power, cementing his status as a master of American graphic language.

Robert Indiana’s works are housed in prominent institutions worldwide, including:
The Museum of Modern Art (New York), The Whitney Museum of American Art (New York), The Art Institute of Chicago, The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, and the Smithsonian American Art Museum (Washington, D.C.).