Roy Lichtenstein, Whaam! Comic Book | Recycled Tote Bag

Pop Art Action on Both Sides of a Lichtenstein Whaam Tote Bag

This Lichtenstein Whaam tote bag prints the two-part composition by Roy Lichtenstein across both faces of the bag. One side shows a fighter jet firing its rocket. The other bursts into a yellow, orange, and red explosion with the word WHAAM! in jagged letters.

Thick black outlines, flat primary colors, and Ben-Day dots give it the look of a printed comic book page. It folds into a matching two-sided pouch. Use it as a pop art tote bag for errands.

Product Details

• Material: Recycled GREEN CIRCLE fabric
• Weight: 55 g / 1.98 oz
• Bag Size: 50 x 42 cm (19.7 in x 16.5 in)
• Zippered Storage Pouch: 12 x 12 cm (4.7 in x 4.7 in), printed on both sides
• Handle: 27 cm / 10.6 in
• Capacity: Carries up to 20 kg / 44 lbs
• Part Number: L1017
• Includes: Matching zippered pouch for storage. Safely slip it into another bag for extra storage.

From Comic Panel to Canvas

Lichtenstein painted Whaam! in 1963 on two canvases. The template came from a panel in DC Comics' All American Men of War number 89, from February 1962. Tate credits artists Russ Heath and Irv Novick.

The Lichtenstein Whaam tote bag keeps the split composition: attack on one side, explosion on the other.

Dots, Screens, and Irony

Lichtenstein copied the look of cheap printing. He made Ben-Day dots with a scrub brush and a handmade metal screen. Tate notes that the screen's outline is visible in parts of the background.

He wrote that his war paintings put military aggression in an absurd light. Tate bought Whaam! in 1966, and it hangs at Tate Modern. This comic book tote bag and fighter jet tote bag carry that bold pop attitude.

Care and Storage

This Lichtenstein Whaam tote bag uses recycled GREEN CIRCLE fabric that is water-resistant. Hand washing preserves the coating. Machine washing at 86 degrees F / 30 degrees C is fine in a washing bag.

When you are done, fold the pop art tote bag into its zippered pouch. Hang it by the handle or store it flat. Keep the comic book tote bag out of long, direct sun to protect the print. Wipe the fighter jet tote bag with a damp cloth between washes.

Display the Lichtenstein Whaam tote bag on a hook when you are home. Gift the pop art tote bag to a friend who loves museums. Pick the comic book tote bag for your next gallery visit. The fighter jet tote bag also makes a thoughtful present.

Each Lichtenstein Whaam tote bag comes with its own zippered pouch.

About Roy Lichtenstein

Lichtenstein was an American painter and a leader of Pop Art. He began painting comic-style images in 1961. He treated mass printing as a subject worthy of fine art.

For More Reading from the Web

• Learn how Whaam! was built, from pencil to dots, in Tate's own account. WOW! Lichtenstein: A Retrospective at Tate Modern - Tate Etc
• Browse the artist's life and major works at MoMA. Roy Lichtenstein biography - MoMA
• Dive into surprising facts about the Pop master's career and technique. 21 Facts About Roy Lichtenstein - Sotheby's
• Read an overview of his life, style, and legacy. Roy Lichtenstein - Wikipedia