Jasper Johns

Flag is a renowned artwork created by Jasper Johns in 1954-1955, considered one of the seminal works of the pop-art movement. The painting depicts a simple representation of the American flag, executed with bold brushwork and vibrant colors. Johns's intention was not to express patriotic sentiment, but rather to explore the concept of semiotics and challenge traditional notions of art. By appropriating a familiar and iconic symbol, Johns raises questions about the nature of representation and symbolism in art. Flag exemplifies the pop-art movement's fascination with popular culture, mass media, and the appropriation of everyday objects and images in artistic expression.