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While there are works with elements in white
and currently the highest-paid living artist
Handmade paper composed of five layers of colored paper pulp on monotype litho printing
Charles Pachter’s work frequently explores iconic images of Canada that are both patriotic and playful
CHARLES PACHTER "ROSE WINDOW" LITHO, 1964 Charles Pachter swimmer ” including melting copy negativesCharles Pacher (b. 1942, Toronto), is widely recognized as Canadas most renowned Pop artist, cherished for transforming national icons mounties, moose, hockey players, maple leaves, streetcars and more into colourful, irreverent and playful works. In the 1960s Pachter's work was characterized by emotive, even brooding, moods evocative of the Expressionist approach. "Rose Window" is a striking example from this era, and also demonstrates Pachters