Liberty '76
Date1975
MediumScreenprint on paper
DimensionsSheet: 40 × 36 inches (101.6 × 91.4 cm)
Framed: 49 1/16 × 44 15/16 inches (124.6 × 114.1 cm)
Portfolio/SeriesKent Bicentennial portfolio, "Spirit of Independence"
Credit LineGift of Lorillard, a Division of Loew’s Theatres, Inc.
Object number1977.27
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The images and text contained on this page are owned by Telfair Museums or used by the Museum with permission from the owners. Unauthorized reproduction, transmission or display of these materials is prohibited with the exception of items deemed “fair use” as defined by U.S. and international copyright laws.Label TextText, bold color, and graphics are often the touchstones of Robert Indiana’s (born Robert Clark) work. His iconic sculptures and prints of simple words such as “LOVE” became a signifier in American culture through Christmas cards, book covers, and stamps during the mid-20th century. Inspired by gas station signs, neon advertisements, and billboards, Indiana married the written word and visual art to create works that seemed simple on the surface, but often were responsive to the contemporary zeitgeist. Indiana created 'Liberty ’76' encourages consideration over the word “free” as a choice one makes or has made for them. “
Text written for Spirit of Independence, July 1-December 1, 2020
