Why British artist Peter Blake is one of the world’s greatest pop art icons


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  • Sunday, 13 Jun 2021

Iconic British artist Peter Blake has left an indelible mark on the world of pop art, by working with icons ranging from The Beatles to The Macallan.

When it comes to creating iconic pop art, Sir Peter Blake is one of the all-time greats.

From the monumental album cover of The Beatles’ Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band to the vivid imagery of his Band Aid and Live Aid designs, the British artist’s work has weaved itself into some of pop culture’s most momentous occasions.

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