As we mentioned in the article about the emergence of Pop Art movement, we always have to have in mind «the spirit of time» when we speak about different art movements. (widewalls.ch)
The American Pop Art movement which emerged in the late 1950s originated in a desire to return to hard - edged composition and representational art. (christies.com)
This recent explosion of creativity and excitement in the visual arts has not been seen since the emergence of Pop Art in the early 1960s. (artdesigncafe.com)