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Marisol's 1962 sculpture 'Love' at MoMA, a Valentine's Day feature

artist · 2026-04-22

Marisol, also known as Marisol Escobar, created the sculpture 'Love' in 1962. The work is composed of plaster and a glass Coca-Cola bottle, measuring 6-1/4 by 4-1/8 by 8-1/8 inches. It is housed at the Museum of Modern Art in New York, having been donated by Claire and Tom Wesselmann. The piece was highlighted on artcritical.com on February 13, 2012, as part of a Valentine's Day feature. Marisol's incorporation of everyday objects like a Coke bottle reflects her pop art influences and commentary on consumer culture. The sculpture's small scale and mixed-media approach are characteristic of her playful yet critical style. Its presence in MoMA's collection underscores its significance in 20th-century art history. The posting date aligns with Valentine's Day, emphasizing themes of affection and materiality.

Key facts

  • Marisol Escobar created 'Love' in 1962
  • The sculpture uses plaster and a Coca-Cola bottle
  • Dimensions are 6-1/4 x 4-1/8 x 8-1/8 inches
  • It is in the Museum of Modern Art, New York
  • Donated by Claire and Tom Wesselmann
  • Featured on artcritical.com on February 13, 2012
  • Part of a Valentine's Day post
  • Marisol is associated with pop art

Entities

Artists

  • Marisol Escobar
  • Marisol

Institutions

  • Museum of Modern Art
  • artcritical.com

Locations

  • New York
  • United States

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