Indiana, Robert - LOVE/PREM - gold - ceramic sculpture - signed

The word "prem" is a Sanskrit word meaning "love." It is used in Hindu philosophy, and especially in yoga, to describe the highest form of love.

Robert Indiana is an American painter, sculptor and, as he calls himself, sign painter. Indiana is most famous for his Love sculpture series: the "LO" and "VE" stacked on top of each other. These can be found in more than 30 locations all around the globe. The original one is at the Indianapolis Museum of Art. Robert Indiana is frequently associated with Pop Art.